204 - Stroke Care in the ER (Dr. Ryan Sundermann)

<p>Dr. Ryan Sundermann, St. Luke&apos;s ER medical director, returns to the podcast to discuss stroke signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention of strokes.<br/><br/>Do you know the signs of a stroke? Remember to B.E.F.A.S.T.!</p><ul><li>B – is for Balance. Do you notice someone has a change in balance like not being able to sit or stand upright? This may be sign of a stroke.</li><li>E – is for Eyes. Someone having a stroke may suddenly begin to lose vision in one or both eyes.</li><li>F – is for Face. If someone’s face begins to droop or relax suddenly, this could be a stroke.</li><li>A – Do you notice that their arm is dragging or drifting down? Ask them to raise both arms as a test.</li><li>S – Speech may begin to slur in the event of a stroke. Perhaps have the person repeat some words or phrases.</li><li>T – Most importantly, time. Every second a stroke continues, brain cells die and can potentially impact brain function permanently. Call 911 or take your loved one to St. Luke&apos;s Emergency Room at the first sign of a stroke.</li></ul><p>Do you have a question about a trending medical topic? Ask Dr. Arnold! Anything from COVID-19 to the latest technologies and procedures to general questions about a service provided at UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids. Submit your question and it may be answered by Dr. Arnold on the podcast! <br/><br/>Submit your questions at: https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/submit-a-question-for-the-mailbag.aspx </p>