Module
Multiple strokes (recurrent stroke) — what changes + how to stay safer
Module for people who’ve had multiple strokes/TIAs: what can change, why loop closure matters (cause/meds/follow-up), emergency planning, and practice activities
Secondary PreventionCaregiver, SurvivorIntermediate15 minStandard (9–12)
Educational only
Educational only — not medical advice. New stroke-like symptoms are an emergency.
Get help now
New FAST symptoms (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech trouble) are an emergency: call your local emergency number. Record the last known well time. Mention any blood thinners and the last dose time.
What you'll learn
- Name why recurrent risk can remain high
- Build a prevention + follow-up system
- Update emergency plan (FAST + last known well)
What changes after multiple strokes
- Symptoms can differ
- Recovery can take longer
- Small changes add up
The 3-loop system
- Mechanism loop
- Medication loop
- Follow-up loop
Questions + practice
- Bring scripts
- Use scorecard game
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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References
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeStroke (overview)