Disorders of the cardiovascular system - Stroke

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What causes a stroke?
When the blood supply to the brain is cut off.
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Which is the correct statement?
The sooner a person receives treatment for a stroke, the less damage is likely to happen.
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What are the main symptoms of a stroke?
Face, Arms, Speech, Time.
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What causes of a lack of blood supply during a stroke?
A blood clot, or a burst blood vessel in the brain.
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What is a transient ischaemic attack (TIA)?
It's also known as a mini-stroke. It is where the blood supply to the brain is temporarily interrupted; it usually lasts between a few minutes or several adults.
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What is usually given as a treatment for a stroke?
A medication that can prevent or dissolve blood clots/reduce blood pressure/reduce cholestoerol.
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Which answer is NOT a prevesion method?
Quitting alcohol.
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