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Abstract TMP14: The Resus and Flow Nurse; Positioned to Save Lives

Stroke Journal

Time is of the essence - this is one phrase every emergency department (ED) nurse knows. The development and implementation of the Flow and Resuscitation (Resus) registered nurse (RN) roles supports our goal of getting the patient to the right place at the right time. This especially true for stroke where time is brain.

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Abstract TMP17: Cerebral Compass- Guiding Nurses and Neurologist to be Aligned in Care Finding their true North on 4 North with Multidisciplinary Stroke Rounds

Stroke Journal

Background:For optimal care and outcomes, patients must receive treatment from a multidisciplinary team approach at a comprehensive-stroke certified facility with stroke specialist units. The multidisciplinary approach increases bedside RNs engagement. This does not foster trust and communication between RNs and MDs.

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ZODIAC Clinical Trial Led by UT Health Science Center Professor Likely to Make Major Impact on Stroke Care

DAIC

Image courtesy of the UT Health Science Center milla1cf Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:16 February 15, 2024 — Research findings in a clinical trial led by a professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center ’s College of Nursing are likely to dramatically change care and improve outcomes for patients suffering from acute stroke.

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Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge earns Acute Stroke Ready Certification from Joint Commission

DAIC

During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with numerous certification standards, including a streamlined process for emergency treatment, patient education and protocols that improve patient outcomes. For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website.

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STEMI with Life-Threatening Hypokalemia and Incessant Torsades de Pointes

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

The patient stabilized and had a good outcome. It would be difficult to get a nurse to give it faster! During the resuscitation, I ordered 10 mEq KCl push, but the patient received 40 mEq of KCl, push (far more than recommended) The resident had ordered 40 mEq and that is what the nurses heard. There is atrial fibrillation.

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