BRAIN ASSESSMENT

Updated 6/26

Dear nurses.

Stroke assessment is no longer available.
New information and links have been added below.

Scenario: In the image above, Ann is an opera
singer. While on stage, she suddenly starts having
trouble getting her words out. Her right arm also
feels weak. These symptoms are classic of someone
experiencing a stroke.

Signs and stroke symptoms:

- sudden , severe headache
- slurred speech, mental confusion

- nausea and vomiting

- visual disturbances, hearing loss

- facial weakness

- weakness in arm or leg on one side

A CAT scan or MRI or both may be done to 
confirm diagnosis.

Learn more about : Neurological assessment

Learn more about:
Dehydration on a long flight
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Here are some brain teasers:

Q -What is the normal distance for testing visual acuity?

A- 14-20 feet away.

Q - What does stereognosis mean?

A- The ability to identify objects by touching.

Q - What part of the brain is responsible for blance
and coordination?

A- The cerebellum, which lies below the cerebrum.

Q- What does word salad mean?
A- A collection of words that have no real meaning.

Q- What is anisocoria?

A- Unequal pupils which occur in about 20% of the 
population.