NREMT Neurological Emergencies & Stroke Cares

Question 1

What is a key sign of a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Facial droop, arm weakness, speech difficulty

Answer

Fever and chills.

Answer

Chest pain.

Answer

Back pain.

Question 2

What is the FAST acronym for stroke recognition?

Accepted Answer

Face, Arms, Speech, Time

Answer

Feet, Alertness, Smiling, Touch.

Answer

Face, Activity, Stamina, Temperature.

Answer

Face, Anxiety, Swelling, Temperature.

Question 3

What is the most common cause of seizures?

Accepted Answer

Epilepsy

Answer

Low blood pressure.

Answer

Allergic reaction.

Answer

Dehydration.

Question 4

What is the priority for a seizure patient?

Accepted Answer

Ensure airway and protect from injury

Answer

Hold them down.

Answer

Put something in their mouth.

Answer

Give them water.

Question 5

What should be monitored after a seizure?

Accepted Answer

Airway, breathing, level of consciousness

Answer

Heart rate only.

Answer

Blood sugar only.

Answer

Pupil size only.

Question 6

Why is early hospital transport important in stroke care?

Accepted Answer

To reduce brain damage

Answer

To increase blood pressure.

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To perform surgery immediately.

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To prevent dehydration.

Question 7

What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?

Accepted Answer

Temporary mini-stroke

Answer

Permanent stroke.

Answer

Severe headache.

Answer

Heart attack.

Question 8

What should you avoid giving a stroke patient?

Accepted Answer

Food or drink

Answer

Oxygen.

Answer

IV fluids.

Answer

Positioning.

Question 9

What is the best position for a conscious stroke patient?

Accepted Answer

Head elevated

Answer

Flat on back.

Answer

Trendelenburg position.

Answer

Prone position.