FAST signs, heart attack symptoms, seizure first aid, and when to call 911.
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- What does the 'F' in FAST stand for (stroke recognition)?
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Face drooping- What does the 'A' in FAST stand for (stroke recognition)?
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Arm weakness- What does the 'S' in FAST stand for (stroke recognition)?
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Speech difficulty- What does the 'T' in FAST stand for (stroke recognition)?
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Time to call 911- What is FAST used to recognize?
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Signs of a stroke- How do you test for face drooping in a possible stroke?
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Ask the person to smile and check if one side droops or is uneven- How do you test for arm weakness in a possible stroke?
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Ask them to raise both arms; a stroke may cause one arm to drift down or fall- How do you test for speech difficulty in a possible stroke?
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Ask them to repeat a simple phrase or sentence; listen for slurring or jumbled words- Why is recognizing stroke symptoms so time-critical?
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Treatment within 3 to 4.5 hours may reverse or minimize stroke damage- What is your first action if you suspect a stroke?
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Call 911 immediately and note the exact time symptoms began- Can a stroke happen on one side of the body only?
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Yes; symptoms typically appear only on one side- What is the most common heart attack symptom?
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Chest pain or discomfort in the center of the chest- Describe the typical chest discomfort of a heart attack.
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Pressure, squeezing, fullness, or aching sensation in the center of the chest- Can someone have a heart attack without chest pain?
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Yes; some have atypical or silent heart attacks with minimal or no chest symptoms- What other body areas may hurt during a heart attack?
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Arm, back, neck, jaw, or stomach
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