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WGU Patho D236 Lesson 5 Neuro test with complete verified solutions 2024
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WGU Patho D236Lesson 5 Neuro
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complete
verified
solutions 2024
Stroke is caused by an embolus that blocks
the cerebral artery and causes brain tissue
death
Ischemic stroke (thromboembolism)
stoke is more common, in 85% of all CVA's
Ischemic
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Treatment of strokes utilizes IV thrombolysis,
which dissolves the clot that is blocking
arterial blood flow and allows for reperfusion
to occur.
Ischemic
Predisposing factors of strokes include: Afib,
cerebral arteriosclerosis and carotid
stenosis.
Ischemic
Because accelerates the formation of
atherosclerosis, there is an increased risk of
plaque formation in the cerebral arteries,
which leads to thrombotic or embolic
obstruction within the brain. This can be
manifested by a TIA or ischemic stroke.
HTN
Antiplatelet agents, heparin, and warfarin
can be used to prevent strokes.
Ischemic
The use of oral contraceptives, sickle cell
disease, Carotid arteriosclerosis, is a risk
factor, specifically for strokes.
Ischemic
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