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Nursing Wellness in Academic and Clinical Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Journal of the American Heart Association

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Nursing is an essential part of our health care system workforce. Cardiovascular and stroke nursing represents one of the largest specialty areas requiring expert knowledge and clinical proficiency to ensure safety and quality patient outcomes. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print.

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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Stroke Recovery Through Digital Health Solutions

DAIC

JUNE 4, 2024

Stroke recovery is a challenging process that extends for months after hospital discharge. Navigating Post-Stroke Recovery at Home: One Patient's Experience A ”mildly impaired” stroke patient with atrial fibrillation who was discharged reported, “I knew my local pharmacist, and they knew my prescriptions.

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Strokes Stroke Innovation Research

Abstract TP71: Creative Methods Utilized to Improve Stroke Education at an Academic Medical Center

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP71-ATP71, February 1, 2024. Background:Stroke patients admitted to a hospital can be cared for in several different settings requiring hospital clinical staff to have a strong knowledge base of signs and symptoms of a stroke as well as the care and management of patients after a stroke.

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Abstract WP70: Accelerating Stroke Care at an Academic Hospital: Evaluating the Impact of a Launchpad Initiative on Door-to-Needle Times One Year Later

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP70-AWP70, February 1, 2025. Background:Every minute is crucial in treating acute ischemic stroke (AIS), as the effectiveness of intravenous thrombolysis and endovascular therapy is highly time-dependent. The Code Stroke Launchpad, located adjacent to the CT suite, was launched on 7.18.2023.

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Abstract TP70: Identifying Risk Factors for Loss to Follow-Up After Stroke at a Large Academic Health System: Implications for Establishing a Holistic Post-Stroke Follow-up Program

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP70-ATP70, February 1, 2025. Introduction:A significant proportion of stroke patients are lost to follow up (LTFU) after discharge, which may be associated with increased risk of morbidity, mortality, and unnecessary hospitalization. vs. 47.4%); have an intracerebral (12.1% vs. 40.7%).

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Academic Strokes Stroke Risk Factors

Abstract WP29: Early Adopter of Intravenous Tenecteplase: Two Year Clinical Experience in a Non-Academic Suburban Comprehensive Stroke Center for Acute Ischemic Stroke Treatment

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP29-AWP29, February 1, 2024. Background:The most recent American Heart Association/American Stroke Association acute ischemic stroke guidelines recognize tenecteplase (TNK) as an alternative to alteplase (ALT) for acute ischemic stroke (AIS) treatment.

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Academic Strokes Stroke Nursing

Abstract WP78: Improving Quality of Care through the Implementation of a Dietitian-Led Enteral Access Team in the Post-Acute Stroke Population

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP78-AWP78, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Dysphagia affects approximately 30-80% of ischemic stroke patients. While most patients recover swallowing functions within a week, 10-50% may experience persistent issues for up to six months post-stroke.

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Abstract TP66: Decreased Order to Administration Times Following Transition to Tenecteplase for Acute Ischemic Stroke

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP66-ATP66, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Alteplase was the first approved tissue plasminogen activator and standard of care for acute ischemic stroke (AIS). Further review is necessary to evaluate additional stroke metrics and clinical outcomes. Alteplase vs 53.09

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Strokes Stroke Academic Thrombolysis

Abstract WP79: Medication Safety in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology to Increase Right Route Medication Orders for Patients with Feeding Tubes

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP79-AWP79, February 1, 2025. Background:To maximize patient safety in our academic The Joint Commission-designated Comprehensive Stroke Center, dysphagia screening is essential in preventing aspiration. 1) and nursing PO administration documentation errors (69.5%, P< 001, Fig.2).Conclusions:This

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Abstract TP271: A Retrospective Analysis of Demographic and Clinical Variables Within a Single Center Young Stroke Cohort

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP271-ATP271, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Despite significant efforts to increase public awareness of cerebrovascular disease, the incidence of stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) in young adults has remained elevated, representing a major public health concern.

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Abstract WP86: Large Vessel Occlusion Intervention Pathway Decreasing Door to Puncture And Reperfusion Times

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP86-AWP86, February 1, 2025. This pathway may be generalizable to other large, academic tertiary referral institutions to promote optimal outcomes in this critical patient population.

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Abstract WP102: Evaluating Door to Blood Pressure Treatment Goals in Intracerebral Hemorrhage

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP102-AWP102, February 1, 2025. Our academic comprehensive stroke center (CSC) evaluated the initiation of antihypertensive medications and target systolic BP goals for ICH patients.In

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Abstract WP60: On vs. Off-Hours Arrival to Groin Time: Identifying Gaps in a Comprehensive Stroke Center

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP60-AWP60, February 1, 2024. Introduction:Timeliness of treatment for patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) directly correlates with outcomes. Earlier treatment is associated with better outcomes at 90 days. Earlier treatment is associated with better outcomes at 90 days.

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Abstract WP136: Implementation of a Standardized Timeout Procedure for Intracerebral Hemorrhage

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP136-AWP136, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) leads to the highest mortality among stroke patients. ICH expansion causes worse outcomes, especially with anticoagulant-associated ICH.

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Feature | Bridging the Gender Gap in Heart Health: Womenâ€™s Specialized Clinics

American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

5 "These risk factors are associated with an increased risk of premature coronary artery disease, premature heart failure, premature stroke and premature mortality in women," adds Sharma. After menopause, when protective estrogen levels drop, women's cardiovascular risk rises dramatically.5

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Nursing Wellness in Academic and Clinical Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Stroke Recovery Through Digital Health Solutions

Abstract TP71: Creative Methods Utilized to Improve Stroke Education at an Academic Medical Center

Webinars

Abstract WP70: Accelerating Stroke Care at an Academic Hospital: Evaluating the Impact of a Launchpad Initiative on Door-to-Needle Times One Year Later

Abstract TP70: Identifying Risk Factors for Loss to Follow-Up After Stroke at a Large Academic Health System: Implications for Establishing a Holistic Post-Stroke Follow-up Program

Abstract WP29: Early Adopter of Intravenous Tenecteplase: Two Year Clinical Experience in a Non-Academic Suburban Comprehensive Stroke Center for Acute Ischemic Stroke Treatment

Abstract WP78: Improving Quality of Care through the Implementation of a Dietitian-Led Enteral Access Team in the Post-Acute Stroke Population

Abstract TP66: Decreased Order to Administration Times Following Transition to Tenecteplase for Acute Ischemic Stroke

Abstract WP79: Medication Safety in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology to Increase Right Route Medication Orders for Patients with Feeding Tubes

Abstract TP271: A Retrospective Analysis of Demographic and Clinical Variables Within a Single Center Young Stroke Cohort

Abstract WP86: Large Vessel Occlusion Intervention Pathway Decreasing Door to Puncture And Reperfusion Times

Abstract WP102: Evaluating Door to Blood Pressure Treatment Goals in Intracerebral Hemorrhage

Abstract WP60: On vs. Off-Hours Arrival to Groin Time: Identifying Gaps in a Comprehensive Stroke Center

Abstract WP136: Implementation of a Standardized Timeout Procedure for Intracerebral Hemorrhage

Feature | Bridging the Gender Gap in Heart Health: Womenâ€™s Specialized Clinics

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