BE FAST When It Comes to Stroke Symptoms
Here’s the scenario: Your loved one begins to exhibit strange behaviors – her words aren’t making sense and one side of her face droops when she tries to smile. You wonder what’s going on or if she could be having a stroke, but you can’t remember the symptoms that might help you figure it out.
Minutes count
When a person is having a stroke, minutes count – the sooner you recognize it and get the person to treatment, the better the chance of saving that person’s life. What do you do?
We have an easy way to remember the symptoms of a stroke.
Think BE FAST
Balance
- Watch for sudden loss of balance
Eyes
- Check for vision loss
Face
- Look for an uneven smile
Arm
- Check if one arm is weak
Speech
- Listen for slurred speech
Time
- Call 911 right away
If any of these symptoms occur in someone, don’t hesitate – call 911. The life of your loved one may depend on your quick action.
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