Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Subarachnoid haemorrhage?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Securing the aneurysm by coiling or clipping
- Step 1: Subarachnoid haemorrhage is treated with securing the aneurysm by coiling or clipping.
Answer
Securing the aneurysm by coiling or clipping.
Why not the others: 'Oral analgesia and discharge': this misses a life-threatening bleed. 'Immediate thrombolysis': it would worsen haemorrhage. 'Lumbar puncture then discharge': it does not treat the aneurysm.
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