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Common Conditions That Can Mimic a Stroke
Manage episode 433078921 series 3289457
If a person suddenly develops symptoms such as weakness, slurred or garbled speech, loss of balance, or a massive & severe headache; it’s possible they could be having a stroke.
The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale.
There are several conditions that can mimic a stroke.
Identification & treatment of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
Identification & treatment of hypoxia using a pulse oximeter.
Some seizures, electrolyte imbalance, sepsis, brain tumors, and Bell’s Palsy can also mimic a stroke.
Prehospital providers should transport suspected stroke patients to a stroke center following their local protocols.
Hospital providers should active their stroke team to ensure rapid assessment and treatment.
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Manage episode 433078921 series 3289457
If a person suddenly develops symptoms such as weakness, slurred or garbled speech, loss of balance, or a massive & severe headache; it’s possible they could be having a stroke.
The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale.
There are several conditions that can mimic a stroke.
Identification & treatment of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
Identification & treatment of hypoxia using a pulse oximeter.
Some seizures, electrolyte imbalance, sepsis, brain tumors, and Bell’s Palsy can also mimic a stroke.
Prehospital providers should transport suspected stroke patients to a stroke center following their local protocols.
Hospital providers should active their stroke team to ensure rapid assessment and treatment.
Connect with me:
Website: https://passacls.com
@PassACLS on X (formally known as Twitter)
@Pass-ACLS-Podcast on LinkedIn
Give back & help others. Your support will help cover the monthly cost of software and podcast & website hosting. Donations made via Buy Me a Coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/paultaylor are appreciated.
Good luck with your ACLS class!
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