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Stroke (CVA): Acute brain blood supply disruption (ischemic or hemorrhagic) assessed by Cincinnati Stroke Scale.

By Valenke Exam Prep Team·Last updated 2026-06-02

Stroke (CVA)

NREMT EMTNREMT PARAMEDIC

Definition

Acute brain blood supply disruption (ischemic or hemorrhagic) assessed by Cincinnati Stroke Scale.

Workplace Applications

In daily practice, stroke (cva) is applied consistently according to facility protocols and current evidence-based guidelines. Competency is maintained through annual skills validation, continuing education, and quality improvement participation.

Step-by-Step Procedure

Protocol steps for stroke (cva):

Pediatric weight-based dosing: Broselow tape for length-based weight estimation in emergencies

Differential Diagnosis

When assessing stroke (cva), use structured assessment tools to differentiate between possible causes:

Cincinnati Stroke Scale: Components: Facial droop, Arm drift, Speech abnormality. Scoring: Any 1 positive = 72% probability of stroke.

Trauma Score: Components: GCS, Systolic BP, Respiratory rate. Scoring: Revised Trauma Score: coded values 0-4, sum correlates with survival probability.

Practical Example

Field Scenario: An 8-month-old infant is found unresponsive. Parents report fever of 104 F for 2 days. Fontanelle is bulging. Suspect meningitis: manage airway, IV access, rapid transport.

This scenario tests your ability to apply knowledge of stroke (cva) under time pressure with incomplete information, exactly the type of decision-making the certification exam assesses.

Why It Matters

Stroke recognition and rapid transport tested. Last known well time determines thrombolytic eligibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What protocol applies to stroke (cva) in prehospital care?
For stroke (cva): Pediatric weight-based dosing: Broselow tape for length-based weight estimation in emergencies
What assessment tools help evaluate stroke (cva)?
For stroke (cva): APGAR: evaluates Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration; scoring is 0-10 at 1 and 5 minutes, under 7 needs intervention. OPQRST: evaluates Onset, Provocation, Quality, Radiation, Severity, Time; scoring is Pain assessment mnemonic.
What medications are commonly associated with stroke (cva)?
For stroke (cva): aspirin: 324mg PO chewed, route PO, for ACS/suspected MI. amiodarone: 300mg IV/IO first dose, 150mg second dose, route IV/IO, for Refractory VF/pVT.