If the answers to the FAST-VAN criteria are affirmative, what condition should be considered?

When the FAST-VAN criteria yield affirmative answers, it suggests the presence of a large vessel occlusion, such as an occlusion of a major cerebral artery (e.g., the middle cerebral artery). The FAST-VAN criteria are specifically designed to identify patients who may be experiencing a stroke, particularly when there is a concern about a large vessel occlusion that could lead to significant neurological impairment.

These criteria focus on signs and symptoms indicative of a stroke, including facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties, and visual disturbances. Positive responses to these criteria highlight the urgency for rapid assessment and treatment, as large vessel occlusions require immediate intervention to minimize brain damage and enhance recovery outcomes.

Other options like fractured pelvis, cardiac arrest, and spinal injury do not directly relate to the criteria used to assess for strokes or large vessel occlusions. While they represent critical medical conditions requiring prompt care, they do not fall under the category of conditions specifically screened for with the FAST-VAN approach.