the Body
A person experiencing a stroke may suddenly have difficulty using one arm or leg.
One simple check is to ask the person to raise both arms.
If one arm:
* Cannot be raised normally
* Feels unusually weak
* Drifts downward
it may indicate a neurological emergency.
Sudden arm weakness is part of the **B.E. F.A.S.T.** stroke-recognition system.
## 3. Facial Drooping
Look closely at the person’s smile.
One side of the face may suddenly:
* Droop
* Feel numb
* Move differently
* Appear uneven when smiling
Facial weakness is one of the most recognizable signs of stroke.
Ask the person to smile. If the
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