Stroke Prevention and Treatment – 4 Hours

Description

As healthcare professionals, we need to understand the potential risk factors and information related to strokes to educate our patients on how to prevent acute illnesses. Therefore, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of stroke pathophysiology, different types of strokes based on their root cause, the prevalence of stroke in the United States, and available diagnostic testing options. We will also discuss the treatment options for strokes, risk factors associated with strokes, and preventive measures that can help our patients avoid initial or recurrent strokes.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

• Define stroke, otherwise known as cerebrovascular accident, and discuss its pathophysiology.
• Describe the various types of strokes based on their cause.
• Name the different stroke risk factors, modifiable and nonmodifiable.
• Examine the role of genetics as a risk factor for stroke.
• Recognize the prevalence of stroke in the United States.
• Identify stroke symptoms and know the 5 warning signs of a stroke.
• Explain how to apply the F.A.S.T test to assess a stroke quickly.
• Distinguish the different diagnostic methods used for stroke.
• List the treatment options available for strokes, depending on the type of stroke.
• Examine the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association acute care stroke guidelines.
• Recognize the elements that are involved in post-stroke care and rehabilitation.
• Identify the different post-stroke recovery stages outlined by the Brunnstrom Approach.
• Evaluate the incidence of recurrent stroke in patients with a history of stroke.
• Describe the contributions of the American Stroke Association in stroke education and prevention.
• Outline the different stroke prevention methods, including healthy behaviors and
  managing chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease.
• Review the types of stroke disease screenings available.
• Discuss approaches to improve therapeutic outcomes of stroke patients through enhanced interprofessional collaboration.

Contact Hours: 4 Hours 

Course Fee: $20 / Participant 

Author: Elvia Sellountos, Pharm D, RPh.

Target Audience: Nursing Healthcare Professionals 

Instructional Methods: Online Independent Self-Study (Training + Post-Test). To complete the course, you must have a minimum passing score of 70%. You will receive a Printable Certificate in PDF format via email.

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