Question

A 69-year-old presents 2 hours after sudden right-sided weakness and aphasia. CT head shows no haemorrhage. What is the most appropriate immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Alteplase (IV thrombolysis)

Answer

Aspirin 300 mg STAT

Answer

Clopidogrel 300 mg STAT

Answer

Aggressive IV labetalol to reduce BP to 120/70

Answer

Start dual antiplatelet therapy immediately

Practice question

A 69-year-old presents 2 hours after sudden right-sided weakness and aphasia. CT head shows no haemorrhage. What is the most appropriate immediate treatment?