AIS – post TPA after 24 hours

24 hr Post TPA CT or MRI – no bleed

  • Start aspirin 300 mg suppository of 325 mg daily po
    • or Plavix 325 mg qd
    • Start High intensity Statin, such as Atorvastatin 40-80 mg qd
  • Continue on heart monitor, watch for atrial fibrillation
  • Keep glucose in good range, diabetes education
  • If Neuro status stable
    • gradually increase activity
    • Gradually bring blood pressure to normal range
  • Continue ST, PT, OT
  • Stroke education
  • Rehab evaluation
  • Treat all other risk factor for stroke
    • Life style change: diet, activity
    • Smoking cessation
    • Weight management

Additional information: