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Emerg. Med. Practice
Published
June 15, 2021
Author(s)
James Pham Ho, MD
Action
Patient presents with clinical concern for acute ischemic stroke
- Obtain history and determine last known well time, if possible
- Obtain point-of-care glucose and correct any abnormalities
- Obtain a CT of the head
Decision
Presence of intracranial hemorrhage or other pathology on head CT?
Yes → Admit to stroke unit or ICU
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