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Case Scenario
Who you are: You are a FY2 in A&E
Who the patient is: Lydia Scar 67-year-old lady has been brought to the hospital by her husband due to weakness on one side of her body, facial dropping and slurred speech 3 hours ago. Symptoms lasted for 15 mins. General and neurological examination is normal. Her blood pressure is 150/90. CT is normal. Special note: A referral to TIA clinic has been arranged.
What you should do: Talk to her husband, address his concerns and discuss management plan with him.