Question

A 70-year-old presents 2 hours after onset of disabling ischaemic stroke symptoms. Weight 80 kg. What alteplase dose is correct?

Accepted Answer

0.9 mg/kg (max 90 mg): 10% bolus, remainder over 60 minutes

Answer

0.6 mg/kg over 30 minutes

Answer

10 mg bolus only

Answer

1.0 mg/kg without bolus over 10 minutes

Answer

Fixed 90 mg for all patients

Practice question

A 70-year-old presents 2 hours after onset of disabling ischaemic stroke symptoms. Weight 80 kg. What alteplase dose is correct?