Emergency Care: Seizures and Strokes

Question 1

In which situations would you call 9-1-1 for a seizure?

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The person having the seizure is pregnant.; The person suffered a head injury during the seizure.

Question 2

What is the most important thing to consider when responding to a person who is having convulsions during a seizure?

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keeping the person safe from physical injury

Question 3

After a stroke, a survivor

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may work with a large team of healthcare professionals to regain an independent lifestyle.

Question 4

Strokes are dangerous because they can cause

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brain damage or death.

Question 5

Which of the following strategies can help prevent seizures?

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using your seatbelt in a car to avoid injury; wearing a helmet when playing football

Question 6

Which might a person having a stroke experience? Check all that apply.

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headache; difficulty speaking; loss of strength on one side of the body

Question 7

What should you do if you suspect a person is having a stroke? Check all that apply.

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Be prepared to start CPR if necessary.; Take note of the time the stroke began.

Question 8

Question 8

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.: brain; stroke; .: seizure

Question 9

Complete the following sentences with the best answer.After a stroke, a recovering patient might need ✔ speech therapyphysical therapyoccupational therapy to help with being able to communicate.

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✔ speech therapy; to help with being able to communicate.: speech therapy; to rehabilitate muscles that do not work properly after the stroke.: physical therapy

Question 10

What are some strategies that can be used to prevent stroke? Check all that apply

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not smoking; eating a healthy diet; maintaining a normal blood pressure

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