Od-036135 Blood Pressure Management in Hemorrhagic Stroke Patients; Nicardipine Drip

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On Demand

Credit

Yes

Description

This course offers 0.25 Continuing Professional Education credits to nurses, To claim the credits, the ... show more

Objectives

  • Identify the role blood pressure plays in hemorrhagic strokes
  • Outline the AHA guidelines for blood pressure management in hemorrhagic stroke patients
  • Summarize the nursing role in management of hemorrhagic stroke patients
  • Identify and apply how to titrate Nicardipine drip appropriately to get blood pressure to ordered blood pressure goal
  • Recite the vital sign documentation requirements for patients on a Nicardipine Drip
  • Recognize that efficient documentation of neuro assessments is critical in identifying a mental status change in hemorrhagic stroke patients

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Free

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MedStar Union Memorial Hospital