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

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