Face
Arm
Hand
Leg
A senior may suddenly drop an object, struggle to lift one arm, or feel as though one leg has become heavy or numb.
The American Stroke Association lists sudden one-sided weakness, numbness, or paralysis among the major warning signs of a TIA.
A simple test is to ask the person to raise both arms. If one arm drifts downward or cannot be raised normally, seek emergency medical help.
2. Facial Drooping
A TIA may temporarily weaken the muscles on one side of the face.
Look for:
An uneven smile
One side of the mouth drooping
Facial numbness
One eye or side of the face appearing lower
This is the F in FAST — Face.
