ICU Advantage: ACS and Stroke Algorithms Quiz

What is the primary goal of the ICU Advantage channel?

• To entertain viewers with ICU stories

• To provide confidence in understanding complex ICU topics

• To offer online ICU certifications

• To sell medical equipment

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with an acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?

• Facial droop

• Sudden shortness of breath

• Discomfort spreading to the jaw

• Chest pressure

What is the first step in the ACS algorithm?

• Performing a chest X-ray

• Recognizing signs and symptoms of an MI

• Administering aspirin

• Starting oxygen therapy

In the ACS algorithm, what is the immediate action if a patient has ST elevation?

• Check glucose levels

• Perform a neurological assessment

• Start reperfusion therapy

• Administer beta blockers

What is the acronym used to identify stroke symptoms?

• STROKE

• FAST

• BEFAST

• RACE

Which of the following is NOT a component of the FAST acronym for stroke?

• Tremors

• Face drooping

• Arm weakness

• Speech difficulty

What is the recommended time frame for completing a CT scan in the stroke algorithm?

• Within 60 minutes

• Within 10 minutes

• Within 25 minutes

• Within 45 minutes

If a stroke patient has no hemorrhage, what therapy is considered next?

• Surgical intervention

• Fiber analytic therapy

• Immediate discharge

• Physical therapy

What should be avoided for at least 24 hours after administering tPA?

• Anticoagulants and antiplatelets

• Oxygen therapy

• Blood pressure monitoring

• Neurological assessments

What is the primary focus after administering tPA in a stroke patient?

• Starting physical therapy

• Monitoring blood pressure and neurological status

• Administering additional anticoagulants

• Discharging the patient