You ask your patient to smile, close her eyes and raise her arms out in front of her for 10 seconds. Then you ask her to repeat a simple sentence. Which of the following assessment techniques are you using?

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The actions described are part of the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale, which is used to assess for signs of a stroke. It includes checking facial droop, arm drift, and speech, which align with the tasks given to the patient.

You Ask Your Patient to Smile, Close Her Eyes and Raise