Recognizing a Stroke (STR)
With the recent incident of one of our own, this email came to me this morning that I thought would be a great notice for us all. It's just too bad it came a week later, but hopefully next time, we'll all know what to do about it.
(Note; this came from an Occupational Health & Safety organization and although I couldn't find anything to confirm, I'm hoping Dr Larry might be able to confirm or add to it)
RECOGNIZING THE BEGINNING OF A STROKE:
S * Ask the individual to SMILE.
T * Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)
(i.e. It is sunny out today)
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.
NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue.. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke.
If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it to 10 people; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.
Early detection of a stroke (up to 3hrs) may enable medical staff to completely overcome the effects of a stroke. Time is crucial in recognition of stroke along with prompt medical attention.
Take Care Cam... and get well soon!!!
(Note; this came from an Occupational Health & Safety organization and although I couldn't find anything to confirm, I'm hoping Dr Larry might be able to confirm or add to it)
RECOGNIZING THE BEGINNING OF A STROKE:
S * Ask the individual to SMILE.
T * Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)
(i.e. It is sunny out today)
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.
NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue.. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke.
If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it to 10 people; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.
Early detection of a stroke (up to 3hrs) may enable medical staff to completely overcome the effects of a stroke. Time is crucial in recognition of stroke along with prompt medical attention.
Take Care Cam... and get well soon!!!