A Nurse Guide to Managing the Stroke Patient

More than 6.5 million Americans are living with the effects of stroke, often facing long-term challenges such as hemiparesis, aphasia, and depression. Nurses are critical in delivering timely, effective care that significantly influences outcomes.

This course provides a comprehensive review of nursing strategies in the acute phase of stroke management, addressing both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. It also examines collaborative care models, pharmacological and surgical treatment options, and the multidimensional impact of stroke on patients, caregivers, and families. Psychosocial considerations and support strategies are integrated to promote holistic care.

Course Completion Requirements:

To receive full contact-hour credit, participants must:

• Be registered for this course.
• Review all course materials.
• Complete the post-test with a score of 70% or higher.
• Submit the course evaluation survey.

Note: Some courses may also include participation in discussion boards, practice exercises, or additional activities.

Important Disclosures:

• Conflict of Interest: No planners, authors, or presenters have relevant financial relationships or conflicts of interest related to this CE activity.
• Commercial Support: This activity received no commercial sponsorship.
• Non-Endorsement: Provider approval refers solely to continuing education content and does not imply endorsement of any products or services mentioned.
• Off-Label Product Use: No off-label uses of medical products are included in this course.