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NREMT Advanced EMT

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All of the choices below are likely to indicate a potential stroke patient except one. Which of the following is not likely to indicate a potential stroke patient?
  1. Facial droop
  2. Pain in the arm
  3. Arm drift
  4. Abnormal speech
Explanation
Answer - B - All of the choices above may indicate that a patient except pain in the arm is more commonly a symptom of a heart attack. Facial droop can be detected by having the patient look directly at you and smile to make sure the facial muscles move symmetrically. Arm drift can be detected by having the patient bring both arms forward together, close his/her eyes, and hold the arms in place without having one drop. Abnormal speech can include slurred words, inappropriate words, or inability to respond.
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