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Strategies for Excellence in Stroke Care from Cedric McKoy

Faculty:Cedric McKoy

Duration:6 Hours 10 Minutes | Format:Audio and Video

Archive : Strategies for Excellence in Stroke Care from Cedric McKoy

Description:

Rule Out Conditions that Mimic Stroke
Update on the Latest Diagnostic Tools
The Latest Clinical Advances in Treatment
Stroke Medications

Attend this seminar and learn to quickly recognize and assess the often subtle changes in a patient’s neurological status in order to quickly respond with effective interventions. Join national speaker, Cedric McKoy, MSN, ACNP, for this in-depth program focused on maximizing stroke patient outcomes through awareness, prevention and timely treatment. You will have the opportunity to analyze complex stroke cases, strengthen your assessment skills, and advance your understanding of neurological changes in your patients.

Cedric is able to merge the latest science with practical strategies for stroke care. He will help you understand treatment modalities for improving the care you provide to patients. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the latest advances for achieving excellence in stroke care!

OUTLINE

Stroke Prevention

Risk Factors
Nursing Responsibility
Prevention Resources

Stroke Mimics

Tumor
SDH
Seizure
Migraine

Hyper-Acute Stroke Care

Initial Stroke Triage
Arrival to the ED
Acute Treatment & Interventions

Clinical Indicators

Thrombotic Strokes
- Local Stenosis
- Hypercoagulable Work-up
Embolic Strokes
- Artery to Artery
- Aortic Arch
- Cardio-Embolic
- Arterial Dissection
Hemorrhagic Strokes
- ICH
- SAH

Stroke Diagnostics

Patient Education & Preparedness
Immediate Diagnostic Studies
Neuroradiological Studies

Acute Stroke Care

Defining the Stroke Timeline
Stroke-Focused Assessment
- Common Pitfalls
- Cranial Nerves
- Sensory Exam
- Motor Exam
- Muscle Testing
- Cerebellar Testing
- Deep Tendon Reflexes
Safety Measures

Management of Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Strokes

Fluid Management
Seizure Management
Fever
Increased Intracranial Pressure
Surgical Management
Treatment Options
- Latest Clinical Advances
- Use of the Merci ® Retriever Device
- Intra-Arterial t-PA
- Stenting
- Therapeutic Hypothermia
- Compressive Craniectomy
DVT Prevention

Stroke Medications

Antiplatelets
Anticoagulants
Thrombolytics
Antihypertensives and Diuretics
Vasopressors and Inotropes
Lipid-Lowering Agents
Osmotic Agents
Anticonvulsants
Glycemic Control
Antispasmodics
Antidepressants
Neurostimulants
Atypical Neuroleptics
Analgesics
Sedatives
Antipyretics

Post-Acute Stroke Care

Levels of Rehab/Restorative Care
Roles within the Interdisciplinary Team
Goals of Stroke Rehab

Stroke System of Care

Acute Stroke Setting, Team, & Survival
Quality Improvement Techniques
Criteria for Stroke Center Certification

OBJECTIVES

Summarize the latest clinical advances in stroke assessment and treatment.
Assess the care techniques for stroke patients in the hyper-acute, acute and post-acute stages of recovery.
Describe the rationale behind acute perfusion strategies, including the indications and contraindications with t-PA.
Recognize the early, subtle signs of stroke.
Discuss medication recommendations and protocols for the stroke patient.
Define the nurse’s role in stroke prevention.

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