Universidad autónoma de Chiriquí Escuela de emergencias medica Facultad de medicina Subjet: Scientific english Abbreviations: 120b Instructor: Marisol Barraza Msc Group presentation: proyect stroke Studens name Sherly guerra 4-756-1863 Tatiana Saldaña 4-787-708 Letzy Quiroz 4-755-374 Asignment: Project 4 Date: November: 21 th
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Universidad autónoma de ChiriquíEscuela de emergencias medica
Stroke: derrame o ataque cerebralClot: coágulo Signs and symptoms: signos y síntomasWeakness and numbness: debilidad y entumecimientoDizziness: mareo Mood: humorUnconscionsness: inconsciencia
Swallowing: tragarLoss of bowel and bladder control: incontinencia de los
esfínteresReassure the victim: tranquilice la victimaPupils uneven size: pupilas con tamaño irregular o
desigual Brain: cerebro Headache: dolor de cabeza
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StrokeOccurs when the blood flow to the brain is interrupled long
enough to cause damage.
CausesA clot formed in an artery
in the brainA clot formed in the artery
carried to the brain in the bloodstream
CausesA ruptured artery in the
brain Compression of an artery
in the brain
Causes
Brain tumors
Signs and SymptomsWeakness and numbness of the face, arm or leg, often on one
side of the body only.DizzinessConfusion HeadacheRinging in the earsA change of mood Difficulty speaking UnconsciousnessPupil of uneven sizeDifficulty in breathing and swallowingLoss of bowel and bladder control
First aid treatment Recognize the signs and symptomsStop the victim to whatever he/she is doing and restPromptly obtain professional helpReassure the victim and keep them comfortableDo not give anything by mouthIf the victim vomits, allow for fluids to drain from the
mouth Monitor the airway,breathing and circulation Administer rescue breathing or CPR, if is required
MedicationsTissue plasminogen activator, or t-PA given by injection
Antiplatelet medicines:
Antiplatelet medicines keep platelets in the blood from sticking together.
Aspirin Aspirin combined with dipyridamole(Aggrenox)Clopidogrel
Anticoagulants:
Anticoagulants prevent blood clots from forming and keep existing blood clots from getting bigger.
Statins:Statins lower cholesterol and can greatly reduce the risk
of stroke
Blood pressure medicines:
Medicines to low high blood pressureAngiotensin II receptor blockersAngiotensin- converting enzyme Beta- blockersCilcium channel blockersDiuretics
Risk FactorsControllable Risk Factors:
Carotid Artery DiseaseHigh Blood PressureCigarette SmokingHeart DiseaseDiabetesWarning Signs or History of Stroke
Lack of ExerciseObesityExcessive Alcohol ConsumptionHigh Cholesterol
Uncontrollable Risk Factors:
Advanced Age Previous Stroke Heredity
Prevention Control your blood pressure.Stop smokingIf you drink alcohol, do so in moderationFind out if you have high cholesterol
If you have diabetes, take measures to control the condition
Include exercise in your daily routineEat a healthy dietIf you experience any stroke symptoms, immediatly