Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
what do you do in haemorrhagic strokes?
A
Manage BP and stop statins
2
Q
what is initial management of ischaemic strokes?
A
aspirin
3
Q
tx of TIA
A
300mg aspirin till diagnosis
4
Q
tx of ischaemic stroke
A
-give alteplase within 4.5hr
-300mg of aspirin for 14 days
5
Q
what is long-term management of ischaemic strokes?
A
1st line - clopidogrel 75mg OD
2nd line - MR dipyridamole + aspirin
3rd line - MR dipyridamole or aspirin
6
Q
what should be started 48 hours after stroke?
A
high intensity statin
7
Q
what is the hypertension required level after stroke
A
less than 130/80 without using beta blockers
