Question

A simple way to discuss in front of the class about the Clinical Manifestation of Ischemic Stroke?
Thrombotic stroke?
Embolic stroke?
Some easy and good example or with a patient with this condition to better understand this type of stroke?

Answer 1

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to an area of the brain is cut off. The symptoms depend upon the region of the brain that is affected by the loss of blood supply and can include changes in sensation or motor control.

Ischemic strokes occur when the arteries to your brain become narrowed or blocked, causing severely reduced blood flow (ischemia). The most common ischemic strokes include: Thrombotic stroke. A thrombotic stroke occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one of the arteries that supply blood to your brain.

Ischemic stroke can be divided into two main types: thrombotic and embolic. Deprived of oxygen and other nutrients, the brain suffers damage as a result of the stroke. A thrombotic stroke occurs when diseased or damaged cerebral arteries become blocked by the formation of a blood clot within the brain.

The most common type of stroke, accounting for almost 80 percent of all strokes, is caused by a clot or other blockage within an artery leading to the brain.

The most rapid recovery usually occurs during the first three to four months after a stroke, but some survivors continue to recover well into the first and second year after their stroke. Some signs point to physical therapy.

Avoid high-cholesterol foods, such as burgers, cheese, and ice cream. Eat 4 to 5 cups of fruits and vegetables every day, one serving of fish two to three times a week, and several daily servings of whole grains and low-fat dairy. Get more exercise — at least 30 minutes of activity a day, and more, if possible.

Use FAST to remember and recognize the following signs and symptoms of stroke:

F: Face drooping. Ask the person to smile, and see if one side is drooping. One side of the face may also be numb, and the smile may appear uneven.
A: Arm weakness. Ask the person to raise both arms. Is there weakness or numbness on one side? One arm drifting downward is a sign of one-sided arm weakness.
S: Speech difficulty. People having a stroke may slur their speech or have trouble speaking at all. Speech may be incomprehensible. Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence and look for any speech abnormality.
T: Time to call 9-1-1! If a person shows any of the symptoms above, even if the symptoms went away, call 9-1-1 and get the person to a hospital immediately.

Beyond F.A.S.T. – Other Symptoms You Should Know

    Sudden NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
    Sudden CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech
    Sudden TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes
    Sudden TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
    Sudden SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause