Discuss treatments and support that can be completed for Mrs. T. Discuss the immediate treatments that can be completed for Mrs. T.
For Mrs. T., immediate treatments post-suspected stroke could encompass intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) with alteplase within the recommended time window of 4.5 hours of symptom onset, or possibly mechanical thrombectomy (MT) in combination with IVT within 4.5 to 6 hours, aimed at restoring blood flow to the affected brain region and mitigating potential long-term consequences (Mosconi & Paciaroni, 2022). Describe the long-term support she may need to return to baseline activity level. Mrs. T. may require comprehensive and ongoing support for her specific needs, including physical rehabilitation, psychological counseling, and possibly adjustment of chronic cardiovascular medications, taking into account her history and potential comorbidities, to facilitate her return to baseline activity after a suspected stroke (Clua-Espuny et al., 2018).
Explain how the interdisciplinary team is utilized to help her family support and cope with her diagnosis. The interdisciplinary team will collaborate to educate and guide Mrs. T.'s family on understanding her diagnosis, providing emotional support, and offering coping strategies, ensuring a holistic approach to help them navigate and adapt to the challenges posed by her suspected stroke diagnosis (Musialek et al., 2021).