Acute ischemic stroke
NCLEX-RN glossary · Management Of Care
Definition
A cerebrovascular emergency where a clot obstructs blood flow; treatment focuses on the time-sensitive preservation of the penumbra.
Acute ischemic stroke in plain English
Priority is rapid cue recognition (FAST) and blood pressure management to maintain cerebral perfusion within strict boundaries. A common mistake is administering aspirin or thrombolytics before a CT scan has definitively ruled out a hemorrhagic mechanism.
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