Question

A 72-year-old woman presents with sudden painless loss of vision in one eye lasting 10 minutes, now resolved. Examination is normal. This is suspected to be a transient ischaemic attack. According to Canadian Stroke Best Practices, what is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Start acetylsalicylic acid and arrange urgent stroke/TIA assessment within 24-48 hours

Answer

Reassure and arrange routine follow-up in 6 months

Answer

Start warfarin immediately without further workup

Answer

Order brain MRI in 3 months

Answer

No antiplatelet therapy is needed if vision recovered

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman presents with sudden painless loss of vision in one eye lasting 10 minutes, now resolved. Examination is normal. This is suspected to be a transient ischaemic attack. According to Canadian Stroke Best Practices, what is the most appropriate next step?