Question

An 81-year-old presents 2.5 hours after stroke onset with disabling deficit. BP 175/95 mm Hg, CT excludes haemorrhage. Which therapy is indicated?

Accepted Answer

IV alteplase within 4.5 hours of onset

Answer

Aspirin only

Answer

Tenecteplase is contraindicated at this time window

Answer

Heparin infusion

Answer

Delay therapy pending MRI

Practice question

An 81-year-old presents 2.5 hours after stroke onset with disabling deficit. BP 175/95 mm Hg, CT excludes haemorrhage. Which therapy is indicated?