to raise both arms. If one arm drifts downward or cannot be lifted normally, emergency assessment is needed.
2. One Side of the Face Begins to Droop
Sudden facial weakness can make one side of the mouth or face appear uneven.
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Ask the person to smile. If one side droops or feels numb, this may indicate a stroke or TIA.
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Even if the face returns to normal after several minutes, the episode should not be dismissed.
3. Sudden Trouble Speaking
Stroke can affect the parts of the brain responsible for language.
A person may suddenly:
slur their words
use the wrong words
struggle to form sentences
speak in a way that does not make sense
be unable to speak normally
Ask them to repeat a simple sentence. Any sudden abnormality is
