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Stroke Prevention: A Guide to Risk Factors and Early Detection

Stroke Prevention: A Guide to Risk Factors and Early Detection

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Course

Learn about strokes, their impact, causes, pathophysiology, prevention, and rehabilitation strategies in this comprehensive course.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  1. Define common stroke-related terms, types of strokes, their causes, and medical conditions that can mimic strokes.

  2. Examine the history and frequency of stroke diagnosis and treatment in the United States.

  3. Recognize the common signs and symptoms of a stroke and the steps required to conduct a FAST exam.

  4. Examine the roles that various healthcare professionals play in providing stroke care.

  5. Identify strategies to minimize the time required for stroke patients to receive therapy, focusing on risk factors, early intervention, and ongoing care.


Course description

In an era where stroke stands as a formidable contender in leading causes of mortality and chronic disability, the gap between onset and treatment initiation becomes critically paramount. With each passing minute, irreversible damage to brain tissue accelerates, underscoring the indispensable role of emergency medical personnel in this time-sensitive equation. Given the predominance of stroke victims arriving via ambulance, it's incumbent upon these first responders to possess a nuanced understanding of the diverse stroke types, adeptly recognize its hallmark signs and symptoms, execute swift assessments, and enact strategies that truncate treatment delays, ultimately amplifying the likelihood of favorable patient trajectories. This advanced training equips healthcare professionals with these essential skills, fostering a transformative impact on patient prognoses.


Course content

  • Important Course Terminology

  • Introduction

  • The Role of EMS Personnel in Providing Stroke Care

  • How Our Understanding of Strokes Has Evolved

  • Stroke Epidemiology

  • Overview of the Various Types of Strokes

  • Overview of Stroke Risk Factors

  • Recognizing Strokes

  • Initial Interventions and Minimizing Time to Treatment

  • Stroke Treatments

  • Post-stroke Recovery and Care

  • Conclusion

  • References


Course details

Release Date06/20/2023
Expiration Date06/20/2026
Review Date06/20/2026
ACPE UAN0657-0000-23-066-H01-P 0657-0000-23-066-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-629979
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 150
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Registered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Nursing AssistantDentistPharmacy TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdAudiology AssistantLicensed Vocational NurseRespiratory TherapistLicensed Massage TherapistLicensed Certified Social WorkerAudiologist InternLicensed MidwifeAdvanced Dental AssistantCertified Nursing AssistantSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantDieticianGeneral DentistAdvanced Practice Registered NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistCertified Nurse AidesNursing Assistive PersonnelPhysical Therapy AssistantBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Masters Social WorkerSocial Worker InternDental Assistant RadiographerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersRegistered NursePharmacistLicensed Social WorkerOccupational TherapistDietitian - NutritionistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeAudiology InternLicensed Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeMaster's Social WorkPhysical TherapistExpanded Function Dental AssistantDenturistNurse PractitionerDental HygienistMidwifeSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAAudiologist Special VolunteerPsychiatric NurseLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerDental AssistantLicensed Independent Social WorkerSpeech-Language Pathology InternRegistered Nurse PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerPublic Health NurseForensic Nurse-CSADental LabOccupational Therapy AssistantCertified Master Social WorkerDental TherapistExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryLicensed Practical NurseCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRegistered Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerCertified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeNursing Home AdministratorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareRespiratory Care PractitionerAudiologistDental TechnicianAdvanced Practice Nurses

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Stroke Prevention: A Guide to Risk Factors and Early Detection ", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Midwifery, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Massage Therapy, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Audiology Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Audiologist Intern, Licensed Midwife, Advanced Dental Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Dietician, General Dentist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Nurse Aides, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Physical Therapy Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Social Worker Intern, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Licensed Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian - Nutritionist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Audiology Intern, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Master's Social Work, Physical Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Denturist, Nurse Practitioner, Dental Hygienist, Midwife, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Psychiatric Nurse, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Dental Assistant, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Public Health Nurse, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Dental Lab, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Master Social Worker, Dental Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Registered Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Nursing Home Administrator, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Audiologist, Dental Technician, Advanced Practice Nurses. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Expert and Faculty

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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