189. A patient with an ischemic stroke is experiencing increasing neurological deficits due to cerebral edema. What is the urgent clinical medicinal intervention required?
A.
Oral fluids.
B.
Administration of hyperosmolar agents (e.g., mannitol) or hypertonic saline to reduce cerebral edema.
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C.
Oral antibiotics.
D.
Only observation.
📖 Additional Information
Oral fluids.
Administration of hyperosmolar agents (e.g., mannitol) or hypertonic saline to reduce cerebral edema.
