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

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

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Nurses play a key role in helping patients manage emotional and social health challenges, or psychosocial health, after a stroke, and improved screening and assessment for psychosocial needs are essential to provide optimal patient care.

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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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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Stroke Recovery Through Digital Health Solutions

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Stroke recovery is a challenging process that extends for months after hospital discharge. Issues like cognitive impairment and social determinants of health (SDOH) hurdles often go unrecognized until patients are home. After the stroke, I had new prescriptions, and this was the first obstacle for me.

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Abstract 122: Radiology Nurse-Led Training: A Game Changer for After-Hours Stroke Care

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A122-A122, February 1, 2025. Introduction:Standardized stroke response protocols have been shown to reduce Door to Puncture (DTP) times for Acute Ischemic Strokes (AIS), potentially improving functional outcomes and reducing mortality. This reduction time is equivalent to 22.8

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Abstract TMP15: Stroke Nurse Navigator Structured Phone Call Protocol to Improve Transitions of Care After Stroke

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 56, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP15-ATMP15, February 1, 2025. Background:After discharge can be a vulnerable time for stroke patients and their caregivers. Nurse navigators have been utilized in other specialties resulting in positive impacts on patient care.

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Abstract WP59: Impact of Advanced Practice Nursing in Comprehensive Stroke Care

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWP59-AWP59, February 1, 2024. Background and Issue:Delivering efficient comprehensive stroke care can be challenging as there are various interdisciplinary team members and factors impacting the outcome of each stroke patient. days and CMI was 2.0. days and CMI was 2.0.

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