Stroke - Understanding Etiology and Developing Evidence-Based Pathways to Achieve Functional Outcomes

Course overview

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, and it is one of the primary reasons for disability. According to the National Stroke Association, 15 percent of ischemic strokes occur in young adults, representing approximately a 45 percent increase in hospitalizations. Obesity-related lifestyle risk factors among younger people, including hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, are increasingly contributing to these stroke statistics. The development of individualized treatment programs for the stroke patient will differentiate between an active life and one dependent on others. This is an intermediate-level course applicable to PT, PTA, OT, and AT. Physical Therapy Accreditation: For specific state information, use the accreditation verification menu and select your state of license. AOTA: provider #4487, Occupational therapy professional development activity: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery, evaluation and intervention, and Foundation Knowledge: human body, development, and behavior. Athletic Trainers: BOC provider #P2047, category A. This course has not been submitted for Evidence-Based BOC approval..