Stroke & Pressure Quiz

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    Aphagia is ________ sided stroke.

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“Stroke & Pressure Quiz” is a concise yet comprehensive test designed to assess your understanding of the effects of left and right-sided strokes and the intricacies of intracranial pressure. This quiz covers a range of topics, from the physiological components that account for normal intracranial pressure to the cognitive and behavioral changes that can occur after a stroke.

It’s an excellent resource for anyone interested in neuroscience, medical students preparing for exams, or healthcare professionals looking to refresh their knowledge. By taking this quiz, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of these complex neurological phenomena and their impact on human health. So, are you ready to test your knowledge and learn more about the fascinating world of neurology? Let’s get started with the “Stroke & Pressure Quiz”!

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  • 2. 

    Impaired judgment is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Impaired judgment is often seen after a right-sided stroke. This is because the right hemisphere of the brain plays a role in judgment and behavior.

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    Impulsive thoughts and behaviour is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Impulsive thoughts and behavior are common after a right-sided stroke. The right hemisphere of the brain controls these functions.

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    Little to no cognitive impairment is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Little to no cognitive impairment is typically seen after a right-sided stroke. This is because the left hemisphere, which controls cognition, is often unaffected.

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  • 5. 

    Language in tact is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Language is usually intact after a right-sided stroke. The left hemisphere, which is often unaffected in right-sided strokes, controls language in most people.

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    Analytical judgement impaired is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Analytical judgment may be impaired after a left-sided stroke. The left side of the brain is typically responsible for tasks that require analytical thinking.

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    Normal awareness & Judgment intact is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Normal awareness and judgment are typically intact after a left-sided stroke. The left hemisphere is generally responsible for tasks that involve logic, such as science and mathematics.

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  • 8. 

    Depression is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Depression is more common after a left-sided stroke. This could be due to the impact on the areas of the brain that control mood and emotion.

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    There are three physiological components account for normal intracranial pressure. Brain accounts for ______ lbs.

    Explanation
    The brain, one of the three components of intracranial pressure, accounts for about 3 lbs.

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  • 10. 

    Dysarthria is ________ sided stroke.

    Explanation
    Dysarthria, a motor speech disorder, can occur with a stroke on either the left or right side of the brain. It affects the muscles responsible for speech.

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  • 11. 

    Normal intracranial pressure is less than _______ mmHg

    Explanation
    Normal intracranial pressure is less than 10-15 mmHg. This is the pressure inside the skull that must be maintained to ensure proper brain function.

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  • 12. 

    Decreasing level of consciousness occurs when intracranial pressure is greater than ___ mmHg

    Explanation
    A decreasing level of consciousness occurs when intracranial pressure is greater than 40-50 mmHg. This is a critical condition that requires immediate medical attention.

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    There are three physiological components account for normal intracranial pressure. CSF accounts for ______ mLs.

    Explanation
    Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), another component of intracranial pressure, accounts for about 150 mLs.

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    There are three physiological components account for normal intracranial pressure. Circulating blood accounts for ______ mLs.

    Explanation
    Circulating blood, the third component of intracranial pressure, accounts for about 700-1100 mLs.

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    A common symptom of a right sided stroke is ________

    Explanation
    Spatial-perceptual deficits, a common symptom of a right-sided stroke, can lead to problems with depth perception and understanding where objects are in space.

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