Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the activity, participants will be able to:
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Discuss current and future pre-hospital stroke systems of care.
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Identify patients with low NIHSS stroke that may benefit from stroke revascularization.
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Describe the spectrum of small vessel disease and treatment options.
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Apply functional neuroanatomy concepts into routine nursing care of the stroke patient.
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Explain recent endovascular treatment options for various types of stroke.
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Review atrial fibrillation and its impact on stroke.
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Discuss coordination of care and collaboration with physicians, clinical staff, care managers and post-acute providers to meet goals of a CMS BPCI-A program for stroke.
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Recognize the role of neuropsychology in post-stroke evaluations.
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Identify the importance and fundamental elements of developing a support group for stroke patients.
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Define and compare between conventional and virtual reality rehabilitation.