LO5- the brain

Frontal lobe

at the front of the cerebral hemispheres responsible for reasoning, planning, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.

parietal lobe

located near the center of the cerebral hemispheres responsible for processing sensory information, including touch, temperature, and pain

Cerebellum

located at the back of the skull that coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Temporal lobe

located on the sides of the cerebral hemispheres, involved in processing auditory information, memory, and emotion.

Medulla

controls vital autonomic functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

ischemic stroke

occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is obstructed, leads to a lack of oxygen and nutrients in brain tissue, which can cause brain cells to die.

Haemorrhagic stroke

occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures, leading to bleeding in or around the brain, which can increase pressure on brain tissue and disrupt normal brain function.

4 Risk factors of ischemic strokes

Smoking, hypertension, obesity, diabetes and excessive drinking

4 risk factors of haemorrhagic strokes

Obesity, excessive drinking, smoking and stress

4 ways to diagnose and monitor strokes

blood tests, pulse checks, blood pressure measurement and brain scans ( MRI &CT)

3 ways to treat strokes

Medication for blood clots, medication for blood pressure and medication for cholesterol levels

2 Meds for blood clots

Anticoagulants- prevent blood from clotting

Anti platelets - reduces chances of blood clots forming

4 types of meds to help with blood pressure

Diuretics- reduces the amount of liquid being pumped around the body

Ace inhibitors - relaxes blood vessels to widen them and increase blood flow

Calcium channel blockers- relaxes blood vessels to widen them & increase blood flow

Beta blockers - slows down heart rate

meds to reduce cholesterol levels in the bloodstream

Statins. Reduces cholesterol levels in the blood and reduces the chances of blood vessels becoming narrow and blocked

Lifestyle changes (4)

Eat a healthy diet, don’t smoke, exercise regularly and drink in moderation

Effects of MS (4)

reduces bladder control, can worsen eyesight, limit movement and causes sexual issues ED