What Is Moyamoya Disease?
5. FAST
A stroke is a very serious condition indeed. Although a mini stroke is unlikely to cause permanent damage, the symptoms are similar to a full stroke, so it would not be wise to treat the symptoms lightly. Remembering FAST can help people to remember the signs of a stroke, hopefully prompting them to get help.
‘F’ stands for face, meaning you should check to see if the patient’s face is drooping. ‘A’ stands for arms, meaning you should check to see if the patient is able to raise both of their arms. The ‘S’ is for speech, and you should check to see if the patient is able to speak without slurring their words. The ‘T’ is for time – meaning that you have to act immediately and call an ambulance.
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