An emergency department nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with an evolving ischemic stroke. The nurse anticipates preparing the patient and family for which initial medical intervention?
A) Craniotomy
B) Administration of t-PA (tissue plasminogen activator)
C) Full-body X-ray series
D) Watchful waiting over the next 24 hours
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