Stroke Awareness Quiz: Can You Spot The The Warning Signs?

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A stroke is the disruption of blood flow in the brain or the bursting of some blood vessel. The brain cells die in minutes. Stroke is the leading cause of death and disability in the US, but treating stroke in its earliest stages can save lives. The FAST system (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) is the key to identifying the stroke in the earliest stages. Do you know the signs of its danger and the foundation of stroke protection?

What is the most common cause of an ischemic stroke?

  • A blocked blood vessel in the brain

  • A head injury

  • A brain infection

  • Low blood sugar

Which of these is an example of a mini-stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

  • Long-term memory loss

  • A sudden heart attack

  • Stroke-like symptoms that go away in minutes or hours

  • Headaches that last for weeks

Which lifestyle change can lower stroke risk the most?

  • Drinking more soda

  • Watching more TV

  • Quitting smoking

  • Eating salty snacks daily

What does the “T” in the FAST method for spotting strokes stand for?

  • Temperature

  • Time to call emergency services

  • Tremor

  • Thinking

Which treatment is commonly used in the first few hours of an ischemic stroke?

  • Insulin

  • Antibiotics

  • Clot-busting medication (tPA)

  • Painkillers

What is the emergency number to call in the US if you suspect a stroke?

  • 911

  • 211

  • 311

  • 811

Which risk factor is most strongly linked to stroke?

  • Having blue eyes

  • Drinking lots of water

  • Sunlight exposure

  • High blood pressure

Which of these is a common warning sign of stroke?

  • Frequent sneezing

  • Gradual weight gain

  • Sudden weakness on one side of the body

  • Feeling hungry often

What happens during a hemorrhagic stroke?

  • A blood vessel bursts and bleeds into the brain

  • The heart suddenly stops

  • The spinal cord swells

  • The brain runs out of oxygen

Which side of the brain is usually affected if someone has trouble speaking after a stroke?

  • Right side

  • Both sides equally

  • Neither side

  • Left side

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