What is the nurse's first action when a patient arrives in the ED with sudden right facial droop, right arm weakness, and speech difficulty?
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Correct answer: Start the FAST assessment and notify the stroke team immediately
Rapid recognition of stroke signs using FAST and immediate activation of stroke protocol is critical as each minute of brain ischemia increases damage.
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