A 68-year-old client presents to the ED reporting numbness a…

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A 68-yeаr-оld client presents tо the ED repоrting numbness аnd tingling of the left side of the fаce and the left arm that started 2 hours ago. The ED nurse performs a focused assessment and notes focal neurologic deficits on the left side of the body. The ED physician orders a stat CT scan of the brain, which confirms ischemic stroke affecting the middle cerebral artery. The ED nurse assesses VS. The client has no known past medical history and does not take any medications on a routine basis.  Vital Signs  BP 172/84 mm Hg  HR = 98 BPM  RR = 20 bpm  T = 97.5°F (36.4°C)  SpO2 = 96% on RA  Which of the following actions would the ED nurse plan for the client? Select all that apply.