Jones & Bartlett Learning (JBL) Module 4B Practice Exam

When obtaining history from the family of a suspected stroke patient, what is MOST important to determine?

Family History Of Stroke Prior Hospitalizations When The Patient Last Appeared Normal Medication Compliance

Correct Answer:

When The Patient Last Appeared Normal

Explanation:

In stroke care, timing matters most. Knowing exactly when the patient was last seen normal establishes the onset time of symptoms, which determines whether reperfusion therapies (like thrombolytics) are available within their treatment window. The sooner you know this, the faster you can decide on appropriate urgent interventions and imaging, reducing brain damage and complications. Other information, such as family history of stroke, past hospitalizations, or medication compliance, is useful for overall risk assessment and long-term SAMPLEmanagement, but they do not guide the immediate treatment decision the way onset time does.

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