Welcome to the NeurologyLive® Brain Games!

Are you ready to challenge your brain? Every Sunday morning, dive into our thrilling quiz series that tests your knowledge across a broad spectrum of neurology topics. Crafted by leading physicians and specialists, these questions are designed for both enthusiasts and professionals passionate about neurological health.

This Week's Focus: Stroke Triage

The spotlight is on Stroke Triage! We invite you to put your expertise to the test with three intriguing questions that delve into the crucial initial assessment and management of stroke patients.

Get Ready for the Challenge!

Here’s a glimpse of the quiz awaiting you this week: 1. Which stroke triage scale is specifically designed to swiftly identify large vessel occlusion (LVO) in the prehospital setting? - NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS) - Los Angeles Motor Scale (LAMS) - Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) 2. According to the DAWN trial criteria, what is the maximum time window from symptom onset to qualify for mechanical thrombectomy? - 4.5 hours - 6 hours - 12 hours - 24 hours 3. Why do prehospital stroke triage protocols direct patients with suspected LVO to comprehensive stroke centers (CSCs)? - CSCs have shorter door-to-needle times - CSCs conduct all stroke imaging - CSCs are equipped for endovascular therapy - CSCs provide tPA in all cases

Join the Fun!

Don’t miss your chance to challenge yourself and learn! Check out previous Brain Games for a taste of the fun. Interested in contributing your own quiz questions? Reach out to our editor, Marco Meglio, at mmeglio@neurologylive.com.

Mark your calendars and get ready to boost your neurology IQ! The Brain Games await!