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Mr. Njamba, a 67-year-old hypertensive patient, is suspected to be experiencing an ischemic stroke, indicated by sudden right-side weakness, slurred speech, and confusion. Immediate interventions include a FAST assessment, airway management, vital sign monitoring, and potential administration of thrombolytics like alteplase. The TEWS score indicates he can be attended to within four hours, and critical tests such as CT scans and blood glucose tests are necessary to guide treatment decisions.
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- kwali9668
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- EN