Three Course Tracks
There are three tracks available for students to learn how to assess and manage stroke emergencies: prehospital, in-hospital, and a third track that covers both settings. All EMR stroke courses will cover both settings.
Prehospital
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- The principles of prehospital stroke management that make up the current standard of care, such as determining when to call.
- A stroke alert section outlining how to quickly transport the patient to the nearest appropriate facility.
- Explains how to communicate the patient’s symptoms, time of onset, and neuro-logic exam clearly and succinctly with hospital personnel.
In-Hospital Provider Course:
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- Focuses on the importance of an organized approach to treating stroke patients for improved outcomes.
- Discusses the etiologic evaluation and secondary stroke prevention for stroke patients.
- Describes the management of goals for acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, and subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- Outlines post-acute care management including supportive medical care, rehabilitation, and discharge planning for stroke patients.
Prehospital and In-Hospital Provider Combined Course:
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- Combines all of the components of the Prehospital and In-Hospital courses, and is best suited for healthcare providers who work in both environments, as well as ASLS instructor candidates that will be conducting the in-person skills testing for learners from both audiences.