Podcast 882: Thrombolytics for Minor Strokes

Emergency Medical Minute

Contributor: Aaron Lessen MD

Educational Pearls:

How is the severity of a stroke assessed?

• Strokes are assessed by the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), this scale has different tasks, such as asking the person to repeat words, move their arms, or follow simple instructions. The maximum score is 42 but any score over 21 is considered severe.

What would qualify as a minor storke?

• NIH