A client whо hаs а histоry оf uncontrolled аtrial fibrillation and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder has a sudden onset of left sided weakness and aphasia. The symptoms subside in 20 minutes. The most likely cause of the client's problem is:
The client is а 63-yeаr-оld femаle whо arrived via emergency services with right-sided weakness, right facial drоop, and slurred speech. History and Physical History and Physical Client with a history of Diabetes Mellitus type II, hypertension, and rheumatoid arthritis. Spouse is answering questions for her at the bedside. Per spouse, the client has experienced recent increased stress and does not monitor her blood pressure. The client was in her usual health the night prior. She woke up around 0500 and having a typical morning until approximately 0630 when she noticed that she wasn’t able to hold her brush with her right hand. Spouse states he noticed that her face was also drooping at that time and called 911. Nurses Note: 07/05/20XX 0712: Client assessed quickly at the ambulance bay doors and stroke alert initiated. Client is alert and oriented x 3 with slurred speech and some word finding difficulty. Client is unable to lift or maintain gravity in right arm and right leg. Drooping to the right side of the face noted. Healthcare provider at bedside. Vitals: Temp: 98.6*F Pulse 99 Respirations: 22 Blood Pressure: 180/118 Oxygen Saturation: 98% on Room Air. NIHSS: 10 Vitals 07/05/20XX 0712: Temp: 98.6*F Pulse: 99 Respirations: 22 Blood Pressure: 180/118 O2 Saturation: 98% on Room Air NIHSS 07/05/20XX 0712: 10 Nurses Notes 7/5/20XX 0745: The client is able to speak a few words and states that she has a history of atrial fibrillation and her gallbladder removed 4 months ago. The client begins to moan, hold her head, and complains of extreme pain in the back of her head. The lab has called with the stat laboratory results: Lab Result Reference Range White blood cell 6.4 4.5-11 per microliter Hemoglobin 13.3 12-16 g/dL Hematocrit 39 38-46% Platelet 180,000 150,000-45000/microliter PT 11 11-13.5 seconds INR 1.1 0.8-1.2 After reviewing the client's most recent assessment and labs, which of the following findings would need to be reported to the healthcare provider prior to administering thrombolytics? Select all that apply.
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