AEMCA Practice Exam

What is NOT a symptom consistent with a potential stroke?

1. Inappropriate words

2. Fever of 37 degrees

3. Slurred speech

4. Unilateral leg weakness

The correct answer is: Fever of 37 degrees

A fever of 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit) is considered a normal body temperature and does not indicate any abnormalities typically associated with a stroke. Stroke symptoms primarily relate to neurological deficits caused by disruptions in blood flow to the brain. Common symptoms of a stroke include inappropriate words, slurred speech, and unilateral leg weakness. Inappropriate words can manifest as difficulty forming coherent sentences or using words that do not fit the context. Slurred speech is a classic sign of a stroke, as it reflects impaired motor control of the muscles responsible for speech. Unilateral leg weakness can result from damage to specific areas of the brain involved in movement and coordination, often resulting in weakness on one side of the body. Therefore, while the other choices represent symptoms commonly associated with a stroke, the presence of a normal fever does not align with the acute neurological presentation findings typically seen in stroke patients.