Sometimes the symptoms of a STROKE are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer brain damage when people nearby fail to recognise the symptoms of a stroke.
HOW TO RECOGNISE A STROKE -
Ask the victim to do 3 things:
1. SMILE.
2. RAISE BOTH ARMS.
3. REPEAT A SIMPLE SENTENCE (coherently). eg It's very hot today.
If the victim has trouble with ANY of these tasks, call an ambulance immediately & describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
Widespread use of this test could result in a prompt diagnosis & treatment of the stroke & prevent brain damage.. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE!
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