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    How is a stroke diagnosed?

    Utilizes neurological exams and imaging techniques.

    What does the ROSIER scale assess?

    Helps confirm stroke diagnosis in emergency settings.

    What is the NIHSS used for?

    Quantifies stroke severity and predicts outcomes.

    What is the initial aim of medical management after a stroke?

    Confirm diagnosis and prevent further complications.

    What is the role of thrombolysis in stroke treatment?

    Dissolves clots to restore blood flow quickly.

    How does endovascular therapy differ from thrombolysis?

    Involves physical removal of clots rather than dissolution.

    What is decompressive hemicraniectomy used for?

    Addresses severe strokes with significant neurological deficits.

    What is the purpose of a hyper-acute stroke unit?

    Provides continuous monitoring to reduce complications.

    What are common complications post-stroke?

    Include neurological, cardiovascular, and metabolic issues.

    What is the significance of early mobilization?

    Minimizes immobility complications and aids recovery.

    What long-term treatment is recommended after an ischaemic stroke?

    Antiplatelet medication to reduce future cardiovascular events.

    What should be avoided in patients with intracerebral hemorrhage?

    Statins and anticoagulants unless risks are carefully assessed.

    What are stroke mimics?

    Conditions like seizures and migraines that resemble stroke.

    What characterizes functional neurological disorders?

    Normal brain structure with abnormal function leading to symptoms.