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Nurses play key role in addressing mental well-being for people after a stroke

Science Daily - Heart Disease

The latest research indicates that 16% to 85% of people recovering from a stroke experience at least one psychosocial symptom, including depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue and/or decreased quality of life.

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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

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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Abstract DP9: Enhancing Nursing Education to Improve Stroke Patient Education and Outcomes

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ADP9-ADP9, February 1, 2025. Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disabilities and is largely preventable (80%). Evidence indicates that patients receiving care from stroke specialized nurses, including nurse-led stroke prevention, show better outcomes.

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Abstract DP10: The Use of Smartphone Based Educational Technology In Stroke Specific Nursing Education

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ADP10-ADP10, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Stroke center designation generally specifies required education for nurses. Our system provides stroke education to hundreds of nurses annually. The responses were monitored in real-time by a member of the educational team.

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Abstract WP77: Escape Room Stroke Challenge: Improving Stroke Code Competency and Comfort Levels among Nurses Using an Innovative Educational Tool

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP77-AWP77, February 1, 2025. Background:Strokes can occur anywhere in the hospital and stroke codes are not limited to dedicated stroke units. Despite this, most educational resources are focused on stroke-specific units rather than on all inpatient nursing areas.

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Nursing’s Role in Psychosocial Health Management After a Stroke Event: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Ahead of Print. Enhanced screening, assessment, supportive services, and education are vital to ensure that patients receive the necessary treatment and care. INTRODUCTION:Stroke can have profound psychosocial health implications. Care should be comprehensive and interdisciplinary.

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Abstract TP69: Development of System-Wide Stroke-Specific Nursing Education for a Hospital System

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP69-ATP69, February 1, 2024. Background:Stroke nursing education is a requirement for Stroke Center designation. The eight-hour curriculum was designed by stroke program directors and stroke coordinators. We used a zoom platform to provide stroke education.

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