Case study: Client with acute ischemic stroke symptoms. Based on the current assessment, what is the nurse's priority action?

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C. activate the stroke protocol and determine the exact last-known-well time — The priority action is to activate the stroke protocol and determine the exact last-known-well time because this addresses the immediate risk in the case.

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A. encourage the client to rest and increase oral intake

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B. complete routine care before notifying the provider

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D. document the finding as expected and reassess in 1 hour