Universidad autónoma de ChiriquíEscuela de emergencias medica

Facultad de medicinaSubjet:

Scientific englishAbbreviations:

120bInstructor:

Marisol Barraza MscGroup presentation: proyect stroke

Studens name Sherly guerra 4-756-1863

Tatiana Saldaña 4-787-708Letzy Quiroz 4-755-374

Asignment:Project 4

Date:November: 21 th

Table of contents Glossary

Stroke

Causes

Signs and Symptoms

First aid Treatment

Medication

Prevention

Risk Factors

Bibliography 

Stroke: derrame o ataque cerebralClot: coágulo Signs and symptoms: signos y síntomasWeakness and numbness: debilidad y entumecimientoDizziness: mareo Mood: humorUnconscionsness: inconsciencia

Swallowing: tragarLoss of bowel and bladder control: incontinencia de los

esfínteresReassure the victim: tranquilice la victimaPupils uneven size: pupilas con tamaño irregular o

desigual Brain: cerebro Headache: dolor de cabeza

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StrokeOccurs when the blood flow to the brain is interrupled long

enough to cause damage.

CausesA clot formed in an artery

in the brainA clot formed in the artery

carried to the brain in the bloodstream

CausesA ruptured artery in the

brain Compression of an artery

in the brain

Causes

Brain tumors

Signs and SymptomsWeakness and numbness of the face, arm or leg, often on one

side of the body only.DizzinessConfusion HeadacheRinging in the earsA change of mood Difficulty speaking UnconsciousnessPupil of uneven sizeDifficulty in breathing and swallowingLoss of bowel and bladder control

First aid treatment Recognize the signs and symptomsStop the victim to whatever he/she is doing and restPromptly obtain professional helpReassure the victim and keep them comfortableDo not give anything by mouthIf the victim vomits, allow for fluids to drain from the

mouth Monitor the airway,breathing and circulation Administer rescue breathing or CPR, if is required

MedicationsTissue plasminogen activator, or t-PA given by injection

Antiplatelet medicines:

Antiplatelet medicines keep platelets in the blood from sticking together.

Aspirin Aspirin combined with dipyridamole(Aggrenox)Clopidogrel 

Anticoagulants:

Anticoagulants prevent blood clots from forming and keep existing blood clots from getting bigger.

Statins:Statins lower cholesterol and can greatly reduce the risk

of stroke

Blood pressure medicines:

Medicines to low high blood pressureAngiotensin II receptor blockersAngiotensin- converting enzyme Beta- blockersCilcium channel blockersDiuretics

Risk FactorsControllable Risk Factors:

Carotid Artery DiseaseHigh Blood PressureCigarette SmokingHeart DiseaseDiabetesWarning Signs or History of Stroke

Lack of ExerciseObesityExcessive Alcohol ConsumptionHigh Cholesterol

Uncontrollable Risk Factors:

Advanced Age Previous Stroke Heredity

Prevention Control your blood pressure.Stop smokingIf you drink alcohol, do so in moderationFind out if you have high cholesterol

If you have diabetes, take measures to control the condition

Include exercise in your daily routineEat a healthy dietIf you experience any stroke symptoms, immediatly

look for medical attention.

Bibliography http://www.survivalcenter.com/firstaid/stroke.htmWebMDmedicalrefencefromhealthwise.

http://www.webmd.com/stroke/guide/stroke-medications

Stroke prevention. http://www.healingdaily.com/conditions/stroke-prevention.htm