CPR Stroke Recognition and Response 2

Question 1

A bystander notices a coworker's mouth drooping on one side while smiling. Which letter of the FAST acronym does this represent?

Accepted Answer

Face

Answer

Facial drooping on one side corresponds to the 'F' (Face) in the FAST stroke-recognition acronym.

Question 2

When testing for arm weakness in a suspected stroke, what should you ask the person to do?

Accepted Answer

Raise both arms and hold them up

Answer

Asking the person to raise both arms reveals one-sided drift or weakness common in stroke.

Question 3

A person suddenly has trouble speaking and their words sound slurred. Which BE-FAST element is affected?

Accepted Answer

Speech

Answer

Slurred or garbled words indicate a problem with Speech, the 'S' in FAST/BE-FAST.

Question 4

Why is the 'T' (Time) in FAST considered the most critical step?

Accepted Answer

It signals you to call 911 immediately because treatment is time-sensitive

Answer

Time stresses calling 911 right away because stroke treatments are most effective within a narrow window.

Question 5

The expanded BE-FAST acronym adds 'B' and 'E.' What do these letters stand for?

Accepted Answer

Balance and Eyes

Answer

BE-FAST adds Balance (sudden dizziness/loss of coordination) and Eyes (sudden vision changes).

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