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What is the acronym that reminds us how to respond to a suspected stroke (CVA)?
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What is the acronym that reminds us how to respond to a suspected stroke (CVA)?

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F.A.S.T.

Facial drooping on one side
Arm or leg Weakness on one side
Speech difficulties or inability to speak
Timely treatment
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it’s FAST.

F: Facial Drooping (usually on one side)/Face
A: Arm or leg Weakness (also usually on one side)/Arm
S: Speech difficulties (inability to speak)/Speech
T: Time (no time to waste in getting help)
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