To activate a Code Stroke, call 3-1600.
A. True B. False
Within what time frame after symptom onset must tPA be administered?
A. 8 hours B. 2 hours C. 3 hours D. 4 hours
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States annually.
The MD has ordered ASA 325mg po immediately upon arrival to floor. What should you do?
A. Administer the ASA per order. It is only one small pill. B. Hold the ASA until speech therapy sees the patient, but don`t call and notify the MD. C. Call the MD and let him/her know that the patient has not passed the dysphagia screen and must remain NPO until speech evaluation. Ask for another route for ASA (such as PR). D.
One of your responsibilities is to recognize the signs and symptoms of stroke and always report them to the patient's nurse immediately?
These are all possible symptoms of Ischemic Stroke except:
A. Blurred or double vision. B. Trouble walking. C. Nasal congestion. D. Inability to smile.
END Stroke Awareness TEST
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