5 Stroke Warning Signs After 60 (Nurse practitioner)

What are the warning signs of a stroke after 60? Learn the 5 BE FAST signs, what a mini-stroke (TIA) is, and what to do right away: call 911, even if the symptoms go away. A family nurse practitioner walks through each BE FAST sign (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time) with quick checks you can try at home, explains in plain language what a TIA is and why it's a warning, and shows what to do, and what not to do, if you suspect a stroke. 🚨 If you think you or someone else is having a stroke, call 911 right away. Do not wait to see if it passes. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Stroke warning signs after 60 00:45 Why minutes matter 01:33 B: Balance 01:57 E: Eyes 02:23 F: Face 02:45 A: Arm 03:04 S: Speech (and other warning signs) 03:38 French tip of the day 04:24 What is a TIA (mini-stroke)? 06:17 T: Time, what to do 07:10 Lowering your risk ▶️ Related videos How High Is Too High Blood Pressure After 65?    • How High Is Too High Blood Pressure After 65?   Dizzy After Your Shower After 60? 5 Possible Causes    • Dizzy After Your Shower After 60? 5 Possib...   📚 Sources CDC, Signs and Symptoms of Stroke: https://cdc.gov/stroke/signs-symptoms... Yale Medicine, TIA and stroke risk: https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/tra... Mayo Clinic, Stroke first aid: https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/... Hi, I'm Esther, a family nurse practitioner, and I answer common health questions for adults over 60, with a little French along the way. Subscribe to Bonjour Health for new videos. 💬 Tell me in the comments: did you know these signs before today, and which letter surprised you? This content is for general education only and is not a diagnosis. Always ask your provider first. Merci beaucoup et bonne journée mes amis! #stroke #strokewarningsigns #seniorhealth