What
is an advantage of EMS alerting the receiving facility of the impending
arrival of a patient with suspected acute ischemic stroke?
The hospital can determine the most appropriate patient destination
The hospital can have fibrinolytic drugs already prepared
The emergency department can quickly determine glucose levels
The hospital can perform more efficient evaluation and management
The advantage of EMS alerting the receiving facility of the impending arrival of a patient with suspected acute ischemic stroke is that the hospital can perform more efficient evaluation and management.
This early notification allows the hospital to prepare in advance, ensuring that the stroke team is ready for a rapid and coordinated response upon patient arrival, which is crucial for improving outcomes in acute stroke care.
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