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Automated CT Perfusion Imaging in Acute Ischemic Stroke: Overview

This presentation delves into the significance of automated CT perfusion imaging in diagnosing and treating acute ischemic stroke. It covers essential information such as the burden of stroke in Ontario, the critical aspect of time in stroke treatment, hyperacute stroke treatment goals, and the impo

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ICEMA Policy #9010: Continuation of Care for Urgent Patient Transfer

This policy outlines the procedures for rapid transport and transfer of patients requiring urgent care to Specialty Care Centers by ICEMA Continuation of Care EMS Providers and Referral Hospitals. It includes criteria for Specialty Care Centers acceptance of trauma, STEMI, and stroke patients, desig

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Swimming Stroke Rules and Regulations Training

Learn about the rules and regulations of swimming strokes, including backstroke and breaststroke techniques. The training covers key aspects such as stroke review, host and visiting team responsibilities, meet officials' duties, and scorekeeping. Understand the specifics of backstroke starts, finish

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Understanding Basic CT Perfusion Terms in Stroke Imaging

This educational content delves into fundamental concepts related to CT perfusion imaging in stroke evaluation. It covers key terms such as core infarct, penumbra, Time to Peak, Mean Transit Time, Cerebral Blood Volume, and more. The information includes definitions, descriptions, and the significan

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SISTER Study: Improving Stroke Treatment Response with TS23

SISTER Study led by Eva Mistry aims to identify a safe and effective dose of TS23 for treating ischemic stroke patients with core-penumbra mismatch. The Phase-2 trial involves 300 adults and spans 54 months, with primary endpoints focusing on treatment efficacy and safety. The study is randomized, p

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Fitness and Exercise After Stroke: Importance and Guidelines

Understanding the importance of fitness and exercise in stroke recovery is crucial due to the varied challenges individuals face post-stroke. This toolkit provides information on the impact of stroke, the benefits of exercise, types of exercises recommended, and different exercise program options av

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Hospital Stroke Care Audit 2023 Presentation

Customize your hospital's stroke care audit presentation using the provided template. Add your hospital's data to create an interactive slide deck for sharing with your team and stakeholders. The National Stroke Audit Acute Services 2023 focuses on assessing resources and clinical care indicators ag

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Clinical Update: 2021 AHA/ASA Guideline for Stroke Prevention

This clinical update provides guidance adapted from the 2021 AHA/ASA Guideline for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients with Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack. It categorizes recommendations based on strength and quality of evidence, outlining levels of recommendation and evidence for different c

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Comprehensive Guide to Stroke Care: SCENS Protocol Overview

This comprehensive guide delves into the SCENS protocol for stroke care, covering learning objectives, reasons for implementation, major stroke types, risk factors, the 8 Ds of stroke care, important time goals, and the FAST assessment process. It emphasizes the importance of early detection, swift

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Comprehensive Stroke Program Orientation for Medical Staff - Facts and Objectives

The Comprehensive Stroke Program provides crucial information for medical staff, covering acute stroke response, available stroke codes, and responsibilities during inpatient care. Stroke facts highlight the prevalence, causes, risk factors, and complications associated with strokes. Details on lacu

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Comprehensive Stroke Care Protocol and Time Goals Overview

This presentation details the SCENS protocol for stroke care, including learning objectives, major types of strokes, risk factors, 8 Ds of stroke care, and important time goals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

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ACST-2 Trial: Stenting vs. Surgery for Carotid Artery Stenosis

ACST-2 is a randomized trial comparing carotid artery stenting (CAS) versus carotid artery surgery (CEA) in asymptomatic patients with severe carotid stenosis. The trial, published in The Lancet in August 2021, involved 3625 patients. While surgery has been shown to reduce stroke rates, modern medic

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Optimization Methods: Understanding Gradient Descent and Second Order Techniques

This content delves into the concepts of gradient descent and second-order methods in optimization. Gradient descent is a first-order method utilizing the first-order Taylor expansion, while second-order methods consider the first three terms of the multivariate Taylor series. Second-order methods l

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FERC Order 844 Compliance: Uplift Cost Allocation and Transparency

FERC Order 844, issued in April 2018, mandates reporting on uplift payments and unit commitments, along with revising tariff language for compliance. ISO-NE is proposing new reports and tariff revisions to adhere to the Order, enhancing transparency in operational practices. The Order aims to improv

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Stroke Smart Medical Practice - Empowering Awareness and Early Intervention

Discover the Stroke Smart Medical Practice initiative aimed at enhancing stroke awareness, recognizing signs, and ensuring timely intervention. Uncover key statistics, warning signs, treatment predicaments, and the history behind this vital program. Join the movement to educate patients and medical

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Comprehensive Treatment Guidelines for Acute Ischemic Stroke

In the management of acute ischemic stroke, the primary goals are to reduce secondary brain damage, maintain adequate perfusion, and prevent recurrent strokes by managing risk factors. Treatment includes maintaining tissue oxygenation, correcting volume status and electrolytes, managing blood glucos

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Comprehensive Approach to Enhancing Stroke Treatment Response

Enhance stroke treatment response by focusing on strategies, training, contacts, learning goals, and processes. Understand the screening criteria, consent process, inclusion criteria, and steps for site readiness. Key contacts for project management and training are provided for a successful stroke

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Stroke Association Campaign: Driving Change for Stroke Awareness

The Stroke Association's campaign aimed to raise awareness and lobby the government for a new stroke strategy. Through strategic communication efforts, including petitions, media engagement, and famous landmarks turning purple, the campaign successfully reached key audiences, gained petition signatu

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Understanding Stroke-Specific Etiologies and Interventions for Falls in Inpatient Rehabilitation

Falls are a common complication after stroke, leading to hip fractures and various secondary complications. Inpatient rehabilitation often focuses on interventions to reduce stroke-related falls, considering factors like muscle tone, cognitive impairments, and balance deficits. Understanding these s

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Impact of Extending Acute Stroke Triage Criteria to 24 Hours

Landmark trials have extended the therapeutic time window for mechanical thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke patients. This study evaluates the impact of implementing a protocol change to extend the time window at a comprehensive stroke center. Retrospective analysis compared stroke alerts and ke

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Ticagrelor Added to Aspirin in Acute Non-Severe Ischemic Stroke or TIA of Atherosclerotic Origin

Among patients with transient ischemic attack (TIA) or minor ischemic strokes, adding ticagrelor to aspirin has shown superior efficacy in preventing stroke or death, particularly in those with ipsilateral atherosclerotic stenosis. The THALES trial demonstrated that ticagrelor added to aspirin was m

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Treatment Strategies for Hemorrhagic Stroke: Goals and Management

Short-term goals for treating hemorrhagic stroke involve rapid neurointensive care to maintain adequate oxygenation, breathing, and circulation, along with managing increased intracranial pressure and blood pressure. Long-term management focuses on preventing complications, recurrent bleeding, delay

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Advances in Anticoagulation Therapy for Cancer-Related VTE and Stroke

Recent studies have shown advancements in anticoagulation therapy for cancer patients with venous thromboembolism (VTE) and stroke prevention. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are now considered beneficial for treating VTE in cancer, offering advantages in administration and efficacy. Different an

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Evaluation of Risk Stratification Schemes for Ischaemic Stroke and Bleeding in Atrial Fibrillation Patients

A study conducted in Sweden on 182,678 patients with atrial fibrillation aimed to investigate risk factors for stroke and bleeding. The research assessed the application of CHA2DS2-VASc and HAS-BLED schemes for stroke and bleeding risk evaluations. Data from the Swedish Atrial Fibrillation cohort st

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Managing Eating and Swallowing Challenges After Stroke

Dysphagia, a common issue after a stroke, can lead to difficulty swallowing and may require texture modifications in food and fluids for safety. Up to 65% of stroke survivors may experience dysphagia, which can lead to complications like pneumonia. Proper oral care, mealtime positioning, and awarene

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Enhancing Mobility and Transfers After Stroke

Stroke can lead to various mobility challenges, including weakness and altered muscle tone. Proper handling and techniques are crucial for safe and comfortable movement. The article discusses bed mobility, transfers, and ambulation after a stroke, emphasizing the importance of protective practices a

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Essential Guide to Mobility After Stroke

Mobility after a stroke can be challenging due to muscle weakness, altered sensations, and cognitive changes. This article discusses factors impacting mobility, the importance of safe practices, and general principles for assisting individuals in movement post-stroke. Tips on creating a safe environ

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Stroke Recovery Peer Support Program Guidelines

Learn about the "Peers Fostering Hope Supported by the Dr. Ed & Bobby Yielding Fund for Stroke Recovery" initiative aiming to re-engage and re-integrate stroke survivors into the community. Explore how peer visitors provide support, encouragement, and hope for community re-engagement and reintegrati

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Understanding Bowel and Bladder Issues Post Stroke

Bowel and bladder incontinence are common after a stroke, often due to brain damage affecting control functions. Factors like mobility can exacerbate these issues, leading to discomfort, infections, and other complications. Managing incontinence involves assessing individual needs, recognizing signs

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Demand Planning and Order Management: Enhancing Efficiency

Explore the intricate relationship between demand planning and order management, crucial for optimizing customer order fulfillment cycles. Learn key principles, tools, and techniques to enhance communication and manage demand effectively, along with contemporary approaches and e-commerce fulfillment

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Peer Support Training for Stroke Recovery: Fostering Hope & Learning

Explore the Peer Support Training program focusing on stroke recovery, providing hope, guidance, and emotional support to individuals and caregivers. Delve into the importance of peer support, objectives of the training, and the significance of fostering connections in the journey of stroke recovery

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Engineering-To-Order Product/System Configuration Strategies

Strategies for dealing with engineering-to-order product/system configuration including assemble-to-order, make-to-order, configure-to-order, and engineer-to-order approaches. Highlights different levels of diversity, challenges, and solutions in personalized system configurations.

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Enhancing Stroke Program Performance: ASRH Designation Site Visit Data & Improvement

Explore the data presentation template for an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital (ASRH) designation site visit, focusing on key metrics like door-to-activation times and imaging procedures. Evaluate trends, showcase improvements, and address future plans for quality enhancement. Consider additional trackin

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Enhancing Out-of-Order Completion with In-Order Retirement

To improve performance, instructions are retired in dispatch order rather than completion order. Introduce appearance changes in architectural state, track oldest and newest instructions, and allow rollback to un-retired instructions. Implement reorder buffers, separate rename registers, and utilize

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Comprehensive Healthcare Order Sets Overview

Explore the benefits of using order sets in healthcare, such as gaining instant access to formularies and treatments, reducing variation in care, promoting standardization, and more. Discover various order sets in different medical specialties like orthopaedics, post-op surgical care, medical condit

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Impact of Supporting Out-of-order Communication on In-order Performance

This study delves into the impact of out-of-order communication on in-order performance in high-end computing systems, specifically investigating the potential solutions, challenges, and network handling strategies associated with this issue. The research focuses on the implications of supporting ou

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Post-Stroke & Aphasia Friendly Workout Stretches for Improved Movement

Explore a specialized workout routine designed to enhance movement post-stroke. These exercises focus on improving balance, strength, endurance, and coordination, aiding in tasks such as walking and fine motor skills. Discover the benefits of incorporating muscle strengthening exercises post-stroke

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Emergency Medical Stroke Assessment (EMSA) Abnormal Signs & Evaluation

This comprehensive guide outlines the Emergency Medical Stroke Assessment (EMSA) protocol for assessing potential stroke patients. It covers the evaluation of abnormal signs related to eye movement, motor weaknesses in the face, arms, and legs, as well as slurred speech or aphasia. The assessment in

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Stroke Continence Protocols for Managing Bladder and Bowel Function After Stroke

This protocol outlines the management of urinary and bowel incontinence in stroke patients, emphasizing high nursing care levels and avoiding unnecessary catheterization. It discusses normal bladder functions, urinary dysfunction prevalence post-stroke, and interventions for promoting continence. Ur

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Vortex Transport by Uniform Flow - High-Order CFD Workshop Summary

Vortex transport by uniform flow case study presented at the First International High-Order CFD Workshop in 2012. It focuses on assessing the efficiency of high-order methods for LES/DES of turbulent flows and comparing them with state-of-the-art 2nd order FV algorithms. The case involves a very low

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