Understanding Stroke and Its Risks

What is a stroke?

• A condition where the heart stops beating.

• A serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off.

• A type of headache caused by stress.

• A condition where the lungs fill with fluid.

What percentage of strokes are ischaemic?

• 50%

• 70%

• 85%

• 95%

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

• Slurred speech

• Inability to raise an arm

• Dropped face on one side

• High fever

Which condition does NOT increase the risk of having a stroke?

• High blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Regular heartbeats

• Diabetes

What is the purpose of an ECG after a stroke?

• To monitor lung function

• To monitor heart and circulatory function

• To measure blood sugar levels

• To check for bone fractures

Which of the following treatments is NOT typically used for stroke patients?

• Medicine to prevent and dissolve blood clots

• Medicine to reduce blood pressure

• Surgery to remove blood clots

• Medicine to increase cholesterol levels

What is a haemorrhagic stroke?

• A stroke caused by a blood clot stopping the blood supply

• A stroke caused by a weakened blood vessel supplying the brain bursting

• A stroke caused by dehydration

• A stroke caused by a viral infection

Which of the following is a common method to reduce the risk of further strokes?

• Increasing salt intake

• Reducing cholesterol levels

• Avoiding all physical activity

• Drinking more sugary drinks

What is the primary cause of an ischaemic stroke?

• A viral infection

• A blood clot stopping the blood supply

• A severe allergic reaction

• A bacterial infection

Which of the following is NOT monitored after a stroke?

• Brain function

• Blood pressure

• Temperature

• Hair growth