Stress and Stroke

Experiencing memory loss is a sign of stress

• True

• False

Which system is directly involved in the emotional response of stress?

• Cardiovascular System

• Limbic System

• Nervous System

• Reticular Activating System

Which of the following assessment findings would indicate a patient is likely stressed?

• Blood glucose = 3.5 mmol/L

• Blood pressure = 130/80

• High serum cortisol levels

• All of the above

According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the acronym FAST standing for: Face, Arms, Speech and Tongue.

• True

• False

A stroke patient has difficulty understanding speech. Identify the type of aphasia and the area of the brain affected.

• Expressive aphasia; Wernicke’s area

• Expressive aphasia; hippocampus

• Receptive aphasia, Wenicke’s area

• Receptive aphasia; Broca’s area

Your patient has expressive aphasia. What is an effective strategy when communicatiing with them?

• Ask questions that require a simple response.

• Discourage the patient from using words.

• Don't repeat questions.

• Fill in the words for the patient that they cannot say.