Jason Carter MD :: Acute Stroke Evaluation and Management


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Topic: Prehospital Acute Stroke Assessment and Management Presenter: Jason Carter, MD, MHSA, LP Deputy Medical Director Saginaw Valley Medical Control Authority Date & Time: Available online from August 1, 2009 until July 31, 2010 Credit Category: Medical Specific Topic: Acute Stroke License Level: Paramedic / EMT/ First Responder Time: One-half Hour Credits: Pending Format: One-half hour PowerPoint® Lecture Objectives: The participant will: Recognize the two major types of stroke Identify the signs and symptoms of stroke List the MPDS dispatch determinants for stroke Understand the importance of a TIA Gather the key vital signs in the stroke patient Indicate the time frame for thrombolytic therapy Use the Cincinnati Stroke Scale to identify suspected stroke victims Explain the importance of notification of the receiving hospital in suspected acute stroke Outline for Lecture Presentation: I. Introductions II. Knowledge Base III. Two types of stroke IV. Transient Ischemic Attack V. Patient Evaluation VI. Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale VII. Neurological Assessment Skills VIII. Identification of Immediate Life Threats IX. Prehospital Hypertension Management in Stroke X. Mobilize ED Response XI. Thrombolytics in Stroke XII. Summary Student Evaluation Method: Online Examination to be mailed to the Office of the Medical Director Evaluation of Presentation: Standard Program Evaluation form will be filled out by participants. Rationale for Presentation: Prehospital management of acute stroke is essential in the overall management and timely intervention. This presentation emphasizes the latest prehospital care and the prompt recognition of stroke to maximize the patient's chance at decreased morbidity and mortality.