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Using FAST, which finding suggests a possible stroke?
- A.One side of the face droops when the person tries to smile
- B.Both feet swell equally by the end of a long day
- C.The person feels hungry right before the lunch hour
- D.A mild headache that goes away after a short rest
Correct answer
A. One side of the face droops when the person tries to smile
Why
FAST checks Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to act. Equal swelling, hunger, and a passing mild headache are not the classic FAST signs.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Emergency Care: Stroke Recognition · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-148).