Stroke Neuroanatomy and Mimics
This class will cover the neurology and anatomy of the brain and stroke. It will also cover stroke mimics in the form of the board game Clue.
Target Audience
EMS Providers
Learning Objectives
1. Recognize the signs and symptoms of stroke using standardized assessment tools (BEFAST, Cincinnatti, VAN, etc)
2. Differentiate between stroke types (ischemic vs. hemorrhagic) and stroke mimics through clinical presentation and patient history
3. Demonstrate accurate and timely documentation of symptom onset, assessment findings, and transport decisions to support rapid treatment
4. Implement best practices for time-sensitive prehospital care
5. Understand the importance of prehospital stroke alerts and how to coordinate effectively with stroke teams
6. Evaluate case-based scenarios
Kristen Zuelke, MSN, RN, PCCN, SCRN., Littleton Advent Health Stroke Coordinator
Lee Meyer, A.S., CCEMTP. EMS Coordinator Littleton
Available Credit
- 2.00 Medical