You are caring for a conscious patient whom you believe is having an acute ischemic stroke. After administering oxygen (if needed), your next priority should include:
A) providing prompt transport for possible fibrinolytic therapy.
B) determining whether the patient has prescribed nitroglycerin.
C) closely monitoring the blood pressure every 15 to 20 minutes.
D) administering 1 tube of oral glucose to rule out hypoglycemia.
Ans: A) providing prompt transport for possible fibrinolytic therapy.
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