Stroke
Stroke is a condition characterised by the loss of brain function arising when the blood supply to the brain is suddenly interrupted.
Emergency care
A . Positioning the person
Provide a comfortable position to the patient. In case of vomiting to prevent aspirations, provide side lying position with head slightly raised with support.
B.Raising the head and shoulder without flexing the neck ( it may block the airway)
Positioning the stroke patients : Side lying position by strong side or supine position with a pillow for supporting the weekend part of the body can be used as a first aid measure for stroke. (Head of the bed should be lowered to increase the blood supply to the brain in case of Ischemic stroke).
Do not flex the neck /block the airway, it may worsen the situation.( other measures include: Cover the patient with a sheet, don't give anything orally and call emergency medical services.)
47. Emergency care for a stroke includes: A. Positioning the person . B. Raising the without...
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