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D Initiating IV access with two large bore catheters allows for rapid administration of medications and fluids as needed. Additionally, reviewing the inclusion criteria for IV fibrinolytic therapy is crucial to determine if the client is eligible for this time-sensitive intervention.
Fibrinolytic therapy aims to dissolve blood clots and restore blood flow to the brain, potentially reducing the extent of neurological deficits and improving outcomes in ischemic stroke.
A While laboratory tests such as prothrombin time and platelet count may be important for assessing coagulation status and ruling out bleeding disorders, they are not the priority in the immediate management of a suspected stroke
B Aspirin is commonly used for secondary prevention of ischemic stroke, but its administration in the acute phase of a suspected stroke depends on the specific clinical scenario and treatment guidelines. Aspirin may be contraindicated if IV fibrinolytic therapy is being considered or if the type of stroke is hemorrhagic.
C Elevating the affected limb may be beneficial in certain neurological conditions to reduce swelling or edema, but it is not the priority intervention in the immediate management of a suspected stroke.

D. In a client presenting with urinary symptoms and lower back pain, measuring the temperature and pulse rate is essential for assessing for signs of systemic infection, such as fever (elevated temperature) and tachycardia (elevated pulse rate). These vital signs can help determine the urgency of the situation and guide further assessment and management.
A. Palpating the right flank for tenderness may be appropriate to assess for signs of kidney involvement, such as in pyelonephritis. However, this intervention is not the first priority. Assessing for systemic signs of infection, such as fever, is more urgent.
B. Evaluating the urine for a strong odor may provide additional information about the student's symptoms, but it is not the first intervention priority.

C. Testing the urine for the presence of hematuria (blood in the urine) is an important diagnostic step in evaluating urinary symptoms, but it is not the first intervention priority. Hematuria may be present in various conditions, including UTIs, kidney stones, or other urinary tract disorders.