ScenarioEnrouteYou are dispatched to a 70-year-old male with…
ScenarioEnrouteYou are dispatched to a 70-year-old male with “sudden weakness.” His wife states he was sitting at the table when he suddenly dropped his coffee cup and began speaking with slurred speech about 15 minutes ago.He has a history of hypertension and atrial fibrillation. He takes Warfarin and Metoprolol.BP: 182/94 mmHg HR: 88 bpm (irregular) RR: 18 breaths/min SpO₂: 95% on room air Skin: Warm, dry Findings: Right-sided facial droop, right arm weakness, slurred speech What is the most appropriate preparation prior to arrival?
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