STROKE-DIAGNOSIS HEALTH STREAM
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
/.Stroke a sudden loss of function resulting from an interruption of blood supply to the
brain. Stroke is categorized as either ischemic or hemorrhagic. Which of the following
statements about ischemic stroke is accurate? - Answer-a-ischemic stroke can result in
the death of brain tissue within minutes
b-ischemic stroke refers to bleeding into the brain tissue
C-ischemic stroke refers to bleeding between the brain and the skull
d-ischemic stroke accounts for a minority of cases of stroke
e-all the above
ans: A
/.There are many modifiable and nonmodifiable factors that increase the risk of stroke.
Which of the following is not a risk factor for stroke? - Answer-a-smoking
b-occasional alcohol consumption
c-elevated lipids
d-hypertension
ans: B
/.The type and location of post-stroke impairment indicates the general area of the brain
that can be affected. The time frame for stroke-related damage depends on the cause
of the stroke. In ischemic stroke, damage becomes apparent over hours to days; in
contrast, in hemorrhagic stroke, neurologic damage is at its peak at the time of the
stroke. The clinical presentation of stroke can include which of the following signs and
symptoms? - Answer-a-unilateral or bilateral weakness
b-sudden numbness of an arm, face, or leg (esp unilateral)
c-sudden difficulty talking or understanding conversations
d-paralysis and vision impairment
e-all of the above
Ans: E
/.Initial management of stroke involves rapid diagnostic testing to determine all of the
following, except - Answer-a.) type of stroke
b.) location of stroke
c.) size of stroke
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
/.Stroke a sudden loss of function resulting from an interruption of blood supply to the
brain. Stroke is categorized as either ischemic or hemorrhagic. Which of the following
statements about ischemic stroke is accurate? - Answer-a-ischemic stroke can result in
the death of brain tissue within minutes
b-ischemic stroke refers to bleeding into the brain tissue
C-ischemic stroke refers to bleeding between the brain and the skull
d-ischemic stroke accounts for a minority of cases of stroke
e-all the above
ans: A
/.There are many modifiable and nonmodifiable factors that increase the risk of stroke.
Which of the following is not a risk factor for stroke? - Answer-a-smoking
b-occasional alcohol consumption
c-elevated lipids
d-hypertension
ans: B
/.The type and location of post-stroke impairment indicates the general area of the brain
that can be affected. The time frame for stroke-related damage depends on the cause
of the stroke. In ischemic stroke, damage becomes apparent over hours to days; in
contrast, in hemorrhagic stroke, neurologic damage is at its peak at the time of the
stroke. The clinical presentation of stroke can include which of the following signs and
symptoms? - Answer-a-unilateral or bilateral weakness
b-sudden numbness of an arm, face, or leg (esp unilateral)
c-sudden difficulty talking or understanding conversations
d-paralysis and vision impairment
e-all of the above
Ans: E
/.Initial management of stroke involves rapid diagnostic testing to determine all of the
following, except - Answer-a.) type of stroke
b.) location of stroke
c.) size of stroke
