Safety and emergenciesQuestion 187 of 1700

In the FAST list of early stroke signs, what does the A stand for?

  1. Anxiety
  2. Abdominal pain
  3. Allergy
  4. Arm weakness
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Correct answer: Arm weakness

FAST is Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Slurred speech, and Time.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.8: III Glossary

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026