NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the immediate goal of treatment in ischemic stroke management?

Lower blood pressure
Restore blood flow
Reduce inflammation
Stabilize heart rate

The correct answer is: Restore blood flow

Treating an ischemic stroke is a medical emergency and the immediate goal is to quickly restore blood flow to the affected area of the brain. This is because blockage or reduced blood flow to the brain can cause severe damage and potential brain cell death. Lowering blood pressure (option A) and stabilizing heart rate (option D) may be important in the long-term management of stroke, but they are not the immediate goal of treatment. Additionally, reducing inflammation (option C) may also be important for long-term management, but it is not the immediate goal of treatment for an ischemic stroke.