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Emergency communication card (aphasia/nonverbal) — printable script + fields
A printable, fill-in card to communicate during emergencies when speech is hard: key medical facts, meds, allergies, and an exact-copy emergency script.
Cross-cuttingCaregiver, SurvivorIntro10 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — this card supports communication but does not replace emergency evaluation.
Get help now
If stroke symptoms are sudden, call emergency services immediately.
Key takeaways
- Create an emergency card that can be shown without speaking
- Include critical info: meds, anticoagulants, allergies, contacts
- Use an exact-copy script to communicate stroke concern quickly
Card sections
- Emergency script
- Diagnosis + key risks
- Medications (esp. blood thinners)
- Allergies
- Contacts
- Preferred language/needs
How to use
- Keep in wallet/phone
- Share with caregiver
- Update after med changes
Practice check
What you’ll practice
These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.
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