STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS STUDY
GUIDE YEAR 2025-2026
STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK
2. EXAM STUDY GUIDE
3. Study Tips
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EXAM STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK 2025-2026
Q1: What is the primary purpose of a stroke scale?
A: To rapidly assess and quantify neurological deficits in suspected stroke patients. ■
Q2: Which scale is commonly used for prehospital stroke assessment?
A: Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS). ■
Q3: Which three clinical signs are assessed in the CPSS?
A: Facial droop, arm drift, and speech abnormalities. ■
Q4: What does a positive facial droop indicate?
A: Weakness or paralysis of facial muscles, suggesting stroke. ■
Q5: How is arm drift tested in a stroke assessment?
A: Ask the patient to hold both arms out with palms up; observe if one arm drifts downward. ■
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Q6: What speech problem might indicate a stroke?
A: Slurred speech, inappropriate words, or inability to speak. ■
Q7: Which scale uses a 0–42 point system to quantify stroke severity?
A: NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS). ■
Q8: What does a higher NIHSS score indicate?
A: More severe neurological impairment. ■
Q9: Which part of the NIHSS assesses level of consciousness?
A: Questions, commands, and alertness sections. ■
Q10: How is aphasia tested in the NIHSS?
A: By asking patient to describe a picture or read sentences. ■
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STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS STUDY
GUIDE YEAR 2025-2026
STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK
grade-A
official revision
STUDY GUIDE - STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS study guide year 2025-2026 - Page 1
, STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK
2. EXAM STUDY GUIDE
3. Study Tips
grade-A
official revision
STUDY GUIDE - STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS study guide year 2025-2026 - Page 2
, STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
EXAM STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK 2025-2026
Q1: What is the primary purpose of a stroke scale?
A: To rapidly assess and quantify neurological deficits in suspected stroke patients. ■
Q2: Which scale is commonly used for prehospital stroke assessment?
A: Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS). ■
Q3: Which three clinical signs are assessed in the CPSS?
A: Facial droop, arm drift, and speech abnormalities. ■
Q4: What does a positive facial droop indicate?
A: Weakness or paralysis of facial muscles, suggesting stroke. ■
Q5: How is arm drift tested in a stroke assessment?
A: Ask the patient to hold both arms out with palms up; observe if one arm drifts downward. ■
grade-A
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, STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS.
Q6: What speech problem might indicate a stroke?
A: Slurred speech, inappropriate words, or inability to speak. ■
Q7: Which scale uses a 0–42 point system to quantify stroke severity?
A: NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS). ■
Q8: What does a higher NIHSS score indicate?
A: More severe neurological impairment. ■
Q9: Which part of the NIHSS assesses level of consciousness?
A: Questions, commands, and alertness sections. ■
Q10: How is aphasia tested in the NIHSS?
A: By asking patient to describe a picture or read sentences. ■
grade-A
official revision
STUDY GUIDE - STROKE SCA 411-STROKE SCALE ANSWERS study guide year 2025-2026 - Page 4
