A 68-year-old man presents to ED with sudden left arm weakness that completely resolves within 30 minutes. CT brain is normal. According to stroke gui...

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A 68-year-old man presents to ED with sudden left arm weakness that completely resolves within 30 minutes. CT brain is normal. According to stroke guidelines and Australian acute stroke clinical care standards, what is the most appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Urgent assessment in a TIA clinic or stroke service within 24 hours

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Discharge home with aspirin and review by GP in 2 weeks

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Commence full-dose anticoagulation immediately

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No further workup is required

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Arrange CT brain only if symptoms recur

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Transient ischaemic attack

A 68-year-old man presents to ED with sudden left arm weakness that completely resolves within 30 minutes. CT brain is normal. According to stroke guidelines and Australian acute stroke clinical care standards, what is the most appropriate course of action?