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Question:
Family members report that an elderly male has garbled speech, difficulty swallowing, and a right-sided facial droop. They also report a similar episode a week earlier that went away on its own. He has a history of diabetes and hypertension. Which of the following treatment plans is the most appropriate?
A
Suggest immediate transport to an emergency department capable of managing acute stroke.
explanation
Although it’s possible that the patient may be experiencing hypoglycemia, the presenting signs also point toward an acute stroke, which requires rapid intervention at a stroke receiving hospital.
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