Which set correctly lists the three components of the Cincinnati Stroke Scale?

• A. Facial droop, Arm drift, Speech
• B. Arm drift, Facial droop, Speech
• C. Speech, Facial droop, Arm drift
• D. Facial droop, Speech, Arm drift

Answer: (A)

The Cincinnati Stroke Scale screens for stroke using three quick checks: facial droop, arm drift, and speech. Each part targets a different function that can be affected by a stroke—facial muscles for asymmetry, unilateral arm strength for drift, and language ability for speech issues. Together they provide a fast, bedside snapshot of potential brain involvement. Any listing that includes all three components matches how this scale is used in the field; missing one would miss a potential clue. So, the set that includes facial droop, arm drift, and speech is the correct combination.