30-Hours Diploma in Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke
Credit hours
3
Gain an understanding of acute ischaemic stroke, from its underlying causes and clinical assessment to the imaging used in diagnosis. The units explain thrombolysis, thrombectomy and medical management, along with neuroprotection, monitoring and rehabilitation after a stroke. Intended as background knowledge for healthcare workers and students who support stroke patients, not as training to treat independently.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Acute Ischemic Stroke
- 02Pathophysiology of Acute Ischemic Stroke
- 03Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis of Stroke
- 04Imaging Techniques in Stroke Diagnosis
- 05Acute Stroke Management: Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy
- 06Medical Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke
- 07Neuroprotection and Monitoring in Acute Stroke Care
- 08Post-Stroke Management and Rehabilitation
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