all you need to know on how to treat a stroke
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1. RECOGNISE THE SYMPTOMS : the patient may feel sick, and look pale and very unwell. complaint of a sudden headache, and may have sudden numbness in their face or limbs, particularly down one side of their body. They may appear confused and have trouble talking or understanding what is being said to them. They may have vision problems, and trouble walking or keeping their balance. Sometimes a seizure (fit) or loss of consciousness occurs.
2. TAKE ACTION : if any symptoms are present, call 000 immediately.
3. FOLLOW THE DRSABCD ACTION PLAN : (see DRSABCD tab) pay close attention to the plan.
4. WHILE WAITING FOR HELP: make sure patient is comfortable and awake, keep them talking, and responsive.
*note: always remember f.a.s.t.. Face, arms, speech, time (see poster)*
2. TAKE ACTION : if any symptoms are present, call 000 immediately.
3. FOLLOW THE DRSABCD ACTION PLAN : (see DRSABCD tab) pay close attention to the plan.
4. WHILE WAITING FOR HELP: make sure patient is comfortable and awake, keep them talking, and responsive.
*note: always remember f.a.s.t.. Face, arms, speech, time (see poster)*