Video: The 4 phases of stroke care — starting with prevention Share Facebook TwitterWeChatWeChatClose Weibo Print details Do you know the simple ways to prevent a stroke? Or the 4 signs to call 911 right away? Watch to learn the answers — and why Mayo Clinic experts take a team-based approach to stroke care. 请参见副本 The 4 phases of stroke care — Starting with prevention Every year, nearly 800,000 Americans have a stroke. About 600,000 are first strokes. Stroke care isn't a one-time event. It's comprehensive from prevention to recovery. Phase 1: Reduce risk 80% of strokes are preventable. Take action now: Eat healthy and exercise. Don't smoke or do drugs. Keep blood pressure and cholesterol in check. Phase 2: Act F.A.S.T. Watch out for: Face drooping. Arm not responding. Speech slurred or impaired. Time. Call 911 right away. People who get to the ER within 3 hours after first symptoms have less disability 3 months later. Phase 3: Get treatment Acute stroke requires immediate treatment: Clot-busting drugs Clot removal with a tool inserted into blood vessels Emergency surgery to remove blood from brain Prevent future stokes. Medications Lifestyle changes Angioplasty or stenting to open blocked vessels Phase 4: Recover Regain quality of life after stroke. Physical, occupational, speech therapy Emotional support from therapists, groups Advanced stroke care requires: A quick response Coordinated teams Individualized treatment The latest research From the experts at Mayo Clinic. VID-20538254