RWhit2026 NCLEX-RN
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Acute Ischemic Stroke Management

Emergency Department

10:00: A 68-year-old male arrives via EMS with sudden onset of right-sided weakness and difficulty speaking that began 45 minutes ago while eating breakfast. The client's spouse states he has a history of hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and type 2 diabetes. Upon arrival, the client is awake but appears confused. He has a noticeable facial droop on the right side and is unable to lift his right arm or leg. Speech is slurred and garbled (dysarthria).

Question 1 of 6 ยท Recognize Cues

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