Vital Link | fall 2008

Unscramble the Signs of Stroke

Rapid treatment is vital when a stroke strikes. In fact, a stroke victim should get to the hospital within 60 minutes of experiencing warning signs.

But stroke symptoms usually appear suddenly, without any warning. So, being able to quickly recognize and respond to a “brain attack” could save your life—or the life of a loved one.

Unscramble the following major symptoms of a stroke. See how fast you can solve this puzzle. Then post the answers where you can see them ... just in case.

  1. bultroe knalwig ro zzidissen
  2. sneakwes ro ubensnms no eno dsie fo eth ybdo
  3. oeultrb enigse
  4. fconsuoin ro rbletuo ngapskei
  5. rvseee dhhaaeec

quick tip

Remember, stroke is an emergency. At the first sign, dial 911. To learn more about stroke and how to prevent it, contact Toni Bartlett, CMH Stroke Center Coordinator at 828-757-5546 or toni.bartlett@caldwell-mem.org.

Answers:
  1. trouble walking or dizziness;
  2. weakness or numbness on one side of the body;
  3. trouble seeing;
  4. confusion or trouble speaking;
  5. severe headache