A 69-year-old with new neurologic deficit (NIHSS 7) presents 2 hours from last known well; CT shows no hemorrhage. Which therapy is indicated?...

Question

A 69-year-old with new neurologic deficit (NIHSS 7) presents 2 hours from last known well; CT shows no hemorrhage. Which therapy is indicated?

Accepted Answer

Administer IV alteplase within 4.5 hours if no contraindications

Answer

No thrombolysis beyond 1.5 hours

Answer

Tenecteplase is contraindicated within 4.5 hours

Answer

Delay thrombolysis pending MRI

Answer

Aspirin 325 mg only

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