Stroke

Outline Content

The course is suitable for any primary care professional, GP nurse HCA, paramedic, volunteer who will be dealing with CVD risk assessment, hypertension, long-term management of stroke, TIA and CVD for those patients who can walk through into a General Practice reception, or any professional who wishes to gain insight into the role that primary care provides regarding the long term management and prevention of stroke.

The day does not cover detail on rehabilitation, swallowing assessment, psychological or social impact of stroke.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge of the causes of stroke and the prevalence of stroke

Knowledge about the current national approach to acute stroke & TIA management

The understanding of how to assess person who has a had a TIA or is having a stroke

Understanding the vital role that primary care plays in the prevention of stroke - particularly regarding Atrial fibrillation

Section Headings

Stroke prevalence

Causes of stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)

Pathophysiology of Stroke & TIA

Diagnosis of stoke & TIA

Treatment of stroke & TIA

Assessment of TIA

Prevention of stroke & TIA

Focus on the diagnosis and management of Atrial Fibrillation in respect of stroke risk

Anticoagulation and platelet inhibition are explained

CVD risk assessment and Hypertension are highlighted for prevention but a whole day on the management of these is provided at the training centre