Stroke

KNOW THE SIGNS OF A STROKE: F.A.S.T

Face: Is the face numb or does it droop on one side?

Arms: Is one arm numb or weaker than the other? Does one arm stay lower than the other when trying to raise both arms?

Speech: Is speech slurred or garbled?

Time: If you answered yes to any of the above, it’s time to call emergency services immediately.

What should we do?

  • Call 115 or medical staff.
  • If the person is unconscious: Monitor their airway and breathing, Move them into the recovery position (see here).
  • If there are no signs of breathing, begin CPR (see here)
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