The NIH Stroke Scale in Practice: Improving Patient Outcomes Through Accurate Assessment
Learn to improve patient outcomes by mastering the NIH Stroke Scale for accurate assessment and effective clinical decision-making in stroke care.
About this course
The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is an essential tool in modern stroke care, providing a standardized method to evaluate neurological impairment and guide acute treatment decisions. With advancements in stroke management, including expanded treatment windows for mechanical thrombectomy and the evolving use of thrombolysis, accurate assessment of stroke severity is more critical than ever. Inconsistent application of the NIHSS can lead to delays in care, inappropriate interventions, or missed opportunities to improve patient outcomes. This course equips healthcare providers with the latest evidence-based guidelines for using the NIHSS effectively, addressing common barriers, enhancing scoring accuracy, and integrating the scale into multidisciplinary care strategies. Mastery of the NIHSS ensures timely, precise decision-making, ultimately reducing disability and improving the quality of life for patients.
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Instructors
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.
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