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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Assessment

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

a)

Permanent blockage of blood flow to the brain.

b)

Temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain.

c)

Bleeding in the brain.

d)

Infection of the brain tissue.

2.

How long do a TIA symptoms usually last?

(a)  

3.

What nursing assessment tool is used to identify stroke signs quickly?

a)

FAST

b)

APGAR

c)

Braden scale

d)

Glasgow coma scale

4.

The diagnostic test that evaluated the heart for possible clot sources is called an (a)  

5.

Which medication is commonly used to help prevent clots after a TIA?

a)

Aspirin

b)

Digoxin

c)

Heparin

d)

Metoprolol

6.

A TIA can be a warning sign that a full blown____may occur.

a)

Stroke

b)

PE

c)

DVT

d)

hemorrhage

7.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for a TIA?

a)

Hypertension

b)

Diabetes

c)

Obesity

d)

High calcium intake

8.

Stroke risk doubles every 10 years after what age?

a)

45

b)

35

c)

55

d)

60

9.

Which lab test helps EVALUATE platelet count and blood-related issues?

a)

CBC/DIFF

b)

PT/IRN

c)

CMP

d)

LIPID PANEL

10.

Which ASSESSMENT is the nurses PRIORITY when a patient presents with a TIA symptoms?

a)

Pain level

b)

Neurological status

c)

I&O

d)

skin integrity