NUR4050 TIA/CVA

Which of the following supports the difference between stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

• The manifestations of stroke are different than the manifestations of TIA

• A stroke is a temporary interruption of blood flow to the brain.

• A stroke causes permanent damage while TIA only temporary

• Only TIA can cause permanent damage.

Which of the following risks can be attributed to both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke?

• Ruptured plaque

• Hypertension

• Arterial Spasm

• Atheroclerosis

Which of the following is known as a stroke mimic?

• Hypoglycemia

• Hypertension

• Tachycardia

• Blood clot

Which of the following is the most important in the assessment of a suspected stroke?

• MRA of the head and neck.

• CT of the head without contrast.

• CT of the head and neck with contrast.

• MRI of the head and neck.

Which of the following provides the most information regarding the severity of a stroke?

• TPA

• NIHSS

• FAST

• CT head without contrast