A 67-year-old with sudden unilateral weakness 90 minutes ago. CT head shows no haemorrhage. BP 170/95. Best immediate management?...

Question

A 67-year-old with sudden unilateral weakness 90 minutes ago. CT head shows no haemorrhage. BP 170/95. Best immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Thrombolysis with alteplase after exclusion of contraindications

Answer

Aspirin 300 mg immediately

Answer

Start dual antiplatelets

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Lower BP to 130/80 immediately

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Start heparin infusion

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Acute Ischaemic Stroke