Question

A 68-year-old woman presents with suspected TIA (resolved aphasia). ABCD2 = 5. BP 170/94 mm Hg. Best initial BP approach?

Accepted Answer

Avoid lowering BP acutely unless >220/120 mm Hg or other indications

Answer

Lower BP to <140/90 immediately

Answer

Give IV labetalol to <120/80

Answer

Start ACE inhibitor immediately

Answer

Nitroprusside to SBP 100

Practice question

A 68-year-old woman presents with suspected TIA (resolved aphasia). ABCD2 = 5. BP 170/94 mm Hg. Best initial BP approach?