Course

Stroke testing overview — the full workup process and what each test is for (Advanced)

Advanced course explaining the typical stroke/TIA diagnostic workup: imaging, heart tests, blood tests, monitoring, and how results change treatment

FoundationsCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced25 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Understand the sequence of common stroke tests
  • Know what each test is trying to rule in/out
  • Prepare questions for clinicians about results and next steps
  • Organize records so the workup is portable

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. Stroke testing aims to find the cause to prevent another stroke.

Question 2

2. A core category is…

Question 3

3. A good question is…