Pr-038173 MedStar Health Stroke Education: Ischemic Stroke - Subtypes and Secondary Prevention
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Type
Presentation

Credit
No
Description
This course offers 0.5 Continuing Professional Education credits to physicians and nurses. To claim ... show more
This course offers 0.5 Continuing Professional Education credits to physicians and nurses. To claim the credits, the course must be completed prior to June 27th, 2027. Once your evaluation is complete, log on to CloudCME® from your left SiTEL menu, and toggle to your Transcript to find the credits.
About this Course:
This inter-professional enduring material includes online education on ischemic stroke subtyping and the secondary prevention of ischemic strokes. The purpose of this education is to equip healthcare providers with the knowledge needed to identify, evaluate, and manage stroke patients effectively, thereby optimizing stroke care. This online module also supports the Joint Commission accreditation requirements for stroke education for MedStar Health healthcare providers. show less
Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of ischemic stroke subtypes and risk factors
- Describe lifestyle changes related to secondary stroke prevention
- Discuss medical management and the use of antithrombotic agents in secondary stroke prevention
- Explain transient ischemic attack (TIA) and how it relates to the risk of stroke
- Identify surgical interventions for secondary stroke prevention
Fees
Free
Faculty
Karen Poole
Organization
MedStar Washington Hospital Center