RECOGNIZING SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE
Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify.
Unfortunately, the lack of awareness can spell disaster. A stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage if people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.
The sooner a victim gets to the hospital, the greater the
chances of reversing damage. Avoid any delays.
If he or she has trouble
with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 999/911 immediately and describe
the symptoms to the dispatcher.
Doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking 3 simple questions:
S *
Ask the individual to SMILE.
T *
Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (like 'It is sunny out
today') Coherently.
R *
Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.
If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 999/911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
New Sign of a Stroke -------- 'Stick out Your Tongue'
NOTE: Ask the person to
'stick' out her/his tongue.. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side
or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke.
Disclaimer: The information on this page and in our website is for
educational purposes only. We are not medical doctors and are not trying to
diagnose or treat disease. Always consult your doctor to answer medical
questions and if you are in need of
medical treatment.
