Neurology — Flashcards
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_____ of brain tissue on CT head is suggestive of a haemorrhagic stroke
Anticoagulants should not be restarted until _____ days since the onset of an ischaemic stroke
Management of haemorrhagic stroke with no comorbidities: _____ and referral to stroke unit
The symptoms of a stroke lasts _____, whereas a TIA lasts <24 hours
High intensity statins should be started _____ after an ischaemic stroke
Stroke patients with a 'hyperdense artery' on CT head are likely to have a _____ in this region
What is the secondary prevention for ischaemic stroke? _____ & Statin
Patients with a history suggestive of a stroke should have what inital investigations to rule out main differentials? _____ & ECG
Initial medical management of all ischaemic strokes (once intracranial hemorrhage is ruled out): _____
Symptoms _____ completely resolve in patients who have had a TIA
Hint: Will/Will not
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