HELPFUL TOPICS ABOUT THE STROKE PATIENT

Updated 5/25

Scenario : In the image a waitress is busy at work. 
She suddenly develops stroke symptoms. 

What is a stroke?

A stroke is also known as a brain attack. It may be hemorrhagic

( caused by bleeding) or ischemic ( embolic), caused by a clot 
or plaque.

Can a stroke be prevented?

It is suggested that a stroke can be prevented. People who
smoke frequently, eat a diet rich in cholesterol foods and
do not exercise regularly, are considered to be at risk.

High blood pressure and obesity also puts someone at risk.
Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, eating a diet with
fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as high fiber may help to
reduce stroke risk.

Reperfusion Therapy and its uses

Reperfusion Therapy is a form of treatment that
is used for patients who have a myocardial infarction

(MI) with STEMI. Typically, the patient with a
completely blocked coronary artery, would
demonstrate STEMI on the EKG.

TPA ( Thrombolytic Plasminogen Activator)
is not only used for reperfusion in patients
who had a myocardial infarction, it is also
used in the treatment of embolic strokes.

Learn more about: The Nursing Process

STROKE SYMPTOMS

Dear nurses,

Stroke symptoms may occur at any time.
Would you know what to look for?
Learn more by clicking o the link:
What is it? - Chapter 6
and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS A STROKE ?

Updated 5/24

Dear nurses,

What is it ? is no longer available. More updated information,
can be accessed by clicking on the link: Stroke assessment 

Are you familiar with stroke and its causes?
To learn more about this topic, please click on the link:
What is it?- Chapter 6
and enjoy learning.