Stroke Management Flashcards
1
Q
What should be given immediately after exclusion of haemorrhagic stroke?
A
aspirin 300mg
Oral or rectal
2
Q
In ischaemic stroke, when should alteplase be given?
A
Within 4.5 hours of onset (only when haemorrhage has been excluded)
3
Q
What are the absolute contraindications of thrombolysis?
A
Previous intracranial haemorrhage Seizure at onset of stroke Brain injury in the past 3 months Lumbar puncture in the last week GI bleed in last 3 weeks Active bleed Pregnancy Oesophageal haemorrhage Uncontrolled HTN (>200)
4
Q
For what type of stroke may thrombectomy be indicated?
A
Proximal anterior circulation
5
Q
Which antiplatelet is recommended for secondary prevention of stroke
A
Clopidogrel
