Strokes: Understanding the Different Types

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

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Objectives

By the end of this learning activity, the learner will be able to: 

• Differentiate between ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke.
• Identify key factors of a transient ischemic attack.
• Recognize the difference between stroke and Bell’s palsy.
• Understand the use of FAST in identifying stroke symptoms.
• Review treatment options as recommended by the American Stroke Association guidelines.

Policy Statement  

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of CheapCEForNurses.com.

Disclosures  

Cheap CE For Nurses and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.