Neurovascular Crisis: Caring for Stroke 5th Edition


Target Audience

RN


Program Description
This course provides a more advanced review of the ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke patient. It also offers a comprehensive review of anatomy, assessments and diagnostics, providing an in-depth refresher on the pathophysiology and care of the stroke patient. It reviews the various types of strokes and interventions, both pharmacologic and endovascular. The course covers the comorbidities of stroke in present-day patients; it also covers the complications and bed-side treatment modalities, such as intracranial pressure (ICP) and targeted temperature management (TTM).

Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:

  1. Recognize the continuum of care for the various stroke patients, from initial presentation to discharge and into the community.