Understanding Strokes: Causes, Types, and Effects

Which part of the brain is protected by the skull and is the most obvious part?

• Cerebellum

• Brain stem

• Cerebrum

• Circle of Willis

What is the most common type of stroke?

• Aneurysm

• Hemorrhagic stroke

• Ischemic stroke

• Transient ischemic attack

What happens to brain cells after about three minutes without oxygen?

• They remain unaffected

• They start to regenerate

• They begin to malfunction

• They become stronger

Which areas of the brain are affected by a clot in the middle cerebral artery?

• Anterior and posterior cerebral arteries

• Internal carotid and vertebral arteries

• Cerebellum and brain stem

• Broca's area and Wernicke's area

What determines the severity of a stroke?

• The age of the person

• The location and amount of brain tissue damaged

• The time of day the stroke occurs

• The person's diet

Which heart condition can lead to the formation of blood clots that cause strokes?

• Tachycardia

• Bradycardia

• Hypertension

• Atrial fibrillation

What is atherosclerosis?

• A build-up of fatty cholesterol plaque in arteries

• A heart condition

• A type of stroke

• A temporary interruption of blood flow

What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA) also known as?

• Major stroke

• Mini-stroke

• Heart attack

• Aneurysm

What is a common misconception about strokes?

• They are primarily a brain problem

• They are preventable

• They only occur in the elderly

• They are related to diet

What can be done to reduce the risk of having a stroke?

• Avoid exercise

• Consume more cholesterol

• Control high blood pressure and stop smoking

• Increase sugar intake