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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does the acronym FAST stand for regarding a stroke?
A
Fast, Arm, Speech, Talk
B
Face, Angry, Special, Time
C
Face, Arm, Speech, Time
D
Feet, Arm, Speak, Teach
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The acronym FAST (Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and Time) has been used by the National Stroke Association, American Heart Association and others to educate the public on detecting symptoms of a stroke.

Detailed explanation-2: -How to spot a stroke: BE FAST. and a simple way to remember them: BE FAST (balance, eyes, face, arm, speech, time). BE FAST is an updated version of the FAST acronym used to help memorize the signs of stroke.

Detailed explanation-3: -FAST is an acronym used as a mnemonic to help detect and enhance responsiveness to the needs of a person having a stroke. The acronym stands for Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and Time to call emergency services.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation(FACE) Program.

Detailed explanation-5: -BE-FAST indicates Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time; and NIHSS, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale.

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