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Course
Title:
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Stroke:
Maximizing Neuro Function |
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Preview:
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Yes |
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Credits:
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1
Contact Hour |
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Cost:
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$15 |
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Description:
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Cerebrovascular
accident (CVA) also known as stroke, is a focal neurological
dysfunction that is classified as ischemic or hemorrhagic. CVA
is the most prevalent disease of the central nervous system and
is the third leading cause of death and is the leading cause of
disability in the United States. Each year, there are
approximately more than 700,000 new strokes occurring with an
estimated cost of more than $40 billion. Primarily medical
management during the acute period after a stroke is supportive
to prevent the development of complications or the extension of
the infarct. Within two to three days after the stroke onset,
patients may clinically deteriorate from mass effect cerebral
edema. Currently, many pharmacologic and surgical advances have
been made in an attempt to maximize neurologic function in the
stroke patient. Using the information in this course will
enhance your neurologic knowledge base and efforts for good
patient outcomes.
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Author:
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Lori Schumacher, RN, MS, CCRN |
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Learning
Objectives:
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- Identify the
importance of neurologic assessment.
- Differentiate
between ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.
- Identify 3
modifiable risk factors of a stroke.
- Describe the
physiological process of an ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.
- List 2
important diagnostics for a stroke patient.
- Explain
treatments for ischemic stroke.
- Identify
appropriate nursing management strategies for caring for the
patient who has undergone hemicraniectomy.
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