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CVA/Stroke
CVA/Stroke emergency step
Question | Answer |
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CVA/Stroke emergency step 1 | Activate EMS, note time of incident, closely monitor all vital signs |
CVA/Stroke emergency step 2 | place in position of comfort |
CVA/Stroke emergency step 3 | 100%O2 via mask or nasal cannula |
CVA/Stroke emergency step 4 | IV access, give bolus of NS or lactated ringer solution, 250 cc if hypotensive |
CVA/Stroke emergency step 5 | Do not treat blood pressure unless it is > 220/120. |
CVA/Stroke emergency step 6 | Transport to stroke center ASAP |