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PTCE Pharmacy Technician

Category - Process & Dispense

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A patient comes to your pharmacy counter and explains that her husband is suffering from sudden confusion, a sudden severe headache and says that one side of his face looks like it is drooping. What medical emergency would he most likely be suffering from?
  1. Heart attack
  2. Stroke
  3. Anaphylaxis
  4. Asthma attack
Explanation
Answer: B - This patient's symptoms are indicative of a stroke. A stroke is a medical emergency, and the patient needs to get to a hospital as soon as possible; it would be most appropriate for you to call 911 for the woman's husband. Rapid treatment of stroke is critical to ensure the best possible outcome for stroke victims.
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