Course Code: REL-ACU-0-LIASEMS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Recall assessment methods and neuroimaging used for diagnosing the different types of stroke.
Apply the latest knowledge for stroke treatment and management including reperfusion interventions for ischemic stroke and surgical treatments for hemorrhagic stroke.
Identify strategies for early identification and management of stroke in the prehospital setting.
Outline:
Section 1: Recognizing Stroke Early
Overview of Acute Stroke
Early Stroke Recognition
Transport
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Early Stroke Diagnosis
Stroke Diagnostics
Other Diagnostic Testing
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Acute Stroke Treatment
Overview of Treatment
Time
Knowledge Check
Reperfusion for Acute Ischemic Stroke (AIS)
Inclusion Criteria for Alteplase
Treatment for Hemorrhagic Stroke
Interventions for All Types of Stroke
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Sarah Hunter, RN, SCRN, CNRN, CMSRN
Ms. Hunter is a SME writer at Relias. Her area of expertise is neuroscience nursing, medical-surgical nursing, and thoracic surgery. Ms. Hunter has worked at the bedside for 9 years in acute care and intermediate care at a large community hospital in North Carolina. She also served as chair of the hospital's shared governance council for Nursing Quality Improvement. She has a Bachelor of Arts and an Associate Degree in Nursing. Ms. Hunter is a Stroke Certified RN, Certified Neuroscience RN and a Certified Medical-Surgical RN.
Subject Matter Expert: Rhoda Phillips, MSN, RN, CEN
Rhoda Phillips is a SME/content writer for Relias. She completed her BSN with top honors at Regis University. Rhoda earned her MSN in nursing education from Capella University and graduated summa cum laude. She also maintains a certified emergency nursing certification (CEN). Rhoda’s experience includes over 18 years in direct patient care as a staff and charge nurse in emergency departments, med-surg units, observation, critical care, and long-term care. She has also served as a nursing school clinical instructor, a clinical educator in the emergency department and most recently as clinical educator for multiple med-surg units.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Emergency Medical Personnel; in the following settings: Pre-Hospital Setting.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.