Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a stroke patient?

A. It is important to make sure the patient is feeling better before the ambulance departs.
B. It is important to obtain verbal and written consent from the patient before transportation.
C. It is important to transport this patient to the hospital immediately.
D. It is important to determine that the patient has truly had a stroke and not a seizure.


Answer: C

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What will be an ideal response?

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