Vision problems — blurring, narrowed "tunnel" vision, dark spots
An unusually severe headache, especially if you have not suffered from migraines
Weakness or numbness on one side of the body — face, arm, or leg
Dizziness and loss of coordination
Unusual sensory sensations — smells or sounds with no real source
Facial asymmetry – drooping of the corner of the mouth
A sharp increase in blood pressure
Memory impairment, confusion and difficulty concentrating
The FAST rule – a quick recognition test
This is an easy method for an initial assessment:
F – Face
Ask the person to smile. Is there any distortion?
A – Arm
