A 61-year-old with minor ischemic stroke (NIHSS 2) presents 2 hours after onset. Noncontrast CT is normal. What is the best next step?...

Question

A 61-year-old with minor ischemic stroke (NIHSS 2) presents 2 hours after onset. Noncontrast CT is normal. What is the best next step?

Accepted Answer

IV alteplase within 4.5 hours if no contraindications

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Aspirin alone

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Heparin infusion

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Delay treatment until MRI

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Tenecteplase for all patients regardless of criteria

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Acute Ischemic Stroke (Thrombolysis)