BE-FAST: How To Spot A Stroke Quickly

Stroke is the fifth cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times.

When thinking of the symptoms of a stroke, a few things may come to mind, like slurred speech, facial droop and arm weakness. There’s another lesser-known indicator that could be a clue that something’s wrong, though, and that small change could make all the difference.

Deonna Wissler plays a key part at UAMS maintaining its Comprehensive Stroke certification through the Joint Commission. As a stroke APRN, Wissler is often involved in emergency situations and is well-known for making each code a learning experience for the entire team.