ASC Study Guide 2026
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1. When educating a patient about recognizing TIA symptoms, which mnemonic should the stroke coordinator prioritize?
The FAST mnemonic is the validated public health tool for stroke symptom recognition and has been widely adopted in US stroke education campaigns.
2. Which GWTG-Stroke achievement award recognizes consistent top performance on all stroke quality measures over a 24-month period?
The GWTG-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award recognizes hospitals that achieve 85% or higher compliance on all stroke measures for at least 24 consecutive months.
3. What is the NIHSS score range that generally indicates a moderate-to-severe stroke?
NIHSS scores of 5–15 indicate moderate stroke severity, while 16–20 is moderately severe and >20 is severe stroke.
4. A stroke survivor with aphasia wants to return to work. Which community resource should the stroke coordinator prioritize connecting them with?
State vocational rehabilitation services provide job counseling, assistive technology, and job placement support for individuals with communication and other disabilities.
5. Which of the following is the MOST common cause of death in the first 30 days after ischemic stroke?
Medical complications, especially aspiration pneumonia, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism, are the leading causes of early post-stroke mortality.
6. A diabetic patient post-stroke has an HbA1c of 9.2%. What is the primary glycemic management goal for stroke prevention?
Moderate glycemic control (HbA1c <7–8%) is recommended for diabetic stroke survivors, balancing cardiovascular benefit against hypoglycemia risk.
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