An Elderly Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department After

An elderly patient is brought to the emergency department after being found on the floor after a fall. The patient has unilateral sagging of the face, marked slurring of the speech, and paralysis on one side of the body. The patient's blood pressure is 220/190 mm Hg. What is the likely treatment for this patient?

A) Carotid endarterectomy
B) Close observation until symptoms resolve
C) Neurosurgical consultation
D) Thrombolytic therapy