STROKE Flashcards
1
Q
Types of stroke
A
Haemorrhagic stroke
Ischaemic stroke
2
Q
Haemorrhagic stroke
A
manage bp
avoid statins
3
Q
Initial management
A
Aspirin
TIA: 300mg daily till diagnosis established
Ischaemic Stroke: 300mg for 14 days following Alteplase (administer within 4.5 hours)
4
Q
Long-term Management:
A
1st Line: Clopidogrel 75mg OD
2nd Line: MR Dipyridamole + Aspirin
3rd Line: MR Dipyridamole or Aspirin