Chapter 32 Stroke Q&A (1 of 24) Sample Questions

1. A 65-year-old smoker patient has a carotid disease that is asymptomatic. However, he is afraid of cerebral ischemic event due to his age and his being obese.
Best measures patient should take:
  1. A. Take Acetyl Salicylic Acid (ASA) 81 mg prophylactically everyday to prevent the cerebral ischemic stroke.
  2. B. Take Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor (ACEi) prophylactically, since they decrease B.P. and coronary artery events.
  3. C. Use Clopidogrel 75 mg daily.
  4. D. Lifestyle changes + ASA 81 mg.
Ans: B