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What are the Effects of a Stroke on the Body?

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Cirelle K. Rosenblatt, PhD, RPsych, discusses What are the Effects of a Stroke on the Body?
Cirelle K. Rosenblatt, PhD, RPsych, discusses What are the Effects of a Stroke on the Body?
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Featuring Dr. Cirelle K. Rosenblatt, PhD, R Psych, Neuropsychologist, What are the Effects of a Stroke on the Body?

Presenter: Dr. Cirelle K. Rosenblatt, Psychologist, Vancouver, BC

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Quiz: Do You Understand Stroke? ( 7 participated.)

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1

A transient ischemic attack is also called a mini-stroke.

Explanation:

If you experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called a mini-stroke, you experience a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain.

2

An ischemic stroke is less common than a hemorrhagic stroke.

Explanation:

An ischemic stroke is more common than a hemorrhagic stroke and is caused by a blocked artery.

3

A hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a blood vessel leaking or bursting.

Explanation:

A hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a blood vessel leaking or bursting.

4

All risk factors for stroke are controllable.

Explanation:

There are both controllable and non-controllable risk factors for stroke.

5

Following a stroke, your vision may need rehabilitation.

Explanation:

Stroke treatment will depend on what type of stroke you’ve experienced. Depending on the areas of the brain affected, your movement, sensation, speech, language, balance and vision may need rehabilitation.

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