What Is Moyamoya?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. FAST
While a stroke is a very serious condition, the symptoms can be missed if people don’t know what to look for. The Acronym FAST can help people to know what these signs are. The F is for face, meaning you should look at the patient’s face for signs of paralyses. If they can’t smile or if one side is drooped; they need medical help.
A stands for Arms, meaning you should ask the patient to hold their arms up on both sides. S stands for Speech, meaning you should ask the patient to say something to check if they are able to speak clearly. Finally, T means Time, meaning time is very important and you should call an ambulance without hesitation.
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