Acute Stroke Management Guidelines
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What is the recommended time window for thrombolysis in the management of acute ischaemic stroke?

  • Within 24 hours from symptom onset
  • Within 4.5 hours from symptom onset (correct)
  • Within 12 hours from symptom onset
  • Within 6 hours from symptom onset

    • What is the first-line medication for secondary prevention of stroke?

  • Warfarin
  • Clopidogrel (correct)
  • Aspirin
  • Dipyridamole

    • When should statin therapy be initiated after a stroke if the patient's cholesterol level is above 3.5?

  • 48 hours after the stroke (correct)
  • 2 weeks after the stroke
  • Immediately after the stroke
  • 1 week after the stroke

    • Under what circumstances should anticoagulation be initiated for a patient with atrial fibrillation (AF) after a stroke?

    <p>After brain imaging excludes hemorrhage and usually 14 days after the stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an absolute contraindication for thrombolysis in acute stroke management?

    <p>&lt;3 months history of traumatic brain injury or stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

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