STROKE: RISK FACTORS -- AN OVERVIEW

Course overview

Stroke results from an alteration in the brain’s supply of blood that leads to either deprivation of oxygen or flooding with blood. Hypertension (i.e., generally defined as blood pressure [BP] persistently > 140/90 mm Hg) is the most important risk factor for stroke. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of risk factors for stroke, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.