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馃 NIH Stroke Scale

Stroke Severity (0-42)

1a. Level of Consciousness

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1b. LOC Questions (month, age)

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1c. LOC Commands (open/close eyes, grip)

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2. Best Gaze

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3. Visual Fields

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4. Facial Palsy

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5a. Left Arm Motor

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5b. Right Arm Motor

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6a. Left Leg Motor

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6b. Right Leg Motor

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NIH Stroke Scale (0-42)

📛 Severity & Treatment

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📚 Evidence & Guidelines Class I Recommendation
★★★★★ (1989)
Citation: Brott T, Adams HP Jr, Olinger CP, et al. Measurements of acute cerebral infarction: a clinical examination scale. Stroke. 1989;20(7):864-870.
Guideline: AHA/ASA Stroke Guidelines
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class="disc">⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

For emergency stroke assessment only. tPA window is 3-4.5 hours.