CourseEmergencyFalls

Vertigo/dizziness after stroke — safety plan, triggers, and urgent red flags (Advanced)

Advanced course on post-stroke dizziness/vertigo: immediate fall-safety plan, trigger log, hydration/med review prompts, and emergency warning signs

Cross-cuttingCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced15 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Reduce fall risk during dizziness episodes
  • Track triggers to support clinician decisions
  • Know medication and dehydration factors to discuss
  • Recognize urgent warning signs requiring emergency evaluation

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. During severe dizziness, sitting or lying down can reduce fall risk.

Question 2

2. A helpful tracking item is…

Question 3

3. Urgent red flag is…