Introduction to Stroke (101)

CE credits are currently available for the following disciplines: RN, PT, OT.

PT CE credits are available for the states listed below:

Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia.

An application for NJ PT CE credits has been submitted to the state board, and is currently pending approval.

Please contact Lindsay Scott at lindscott@selectmedical.com with any questions.

E-Learning Modules
Enduring Material

Target Audience:
PT, OT, RN

Instructional Level:
Beginner

Program Summary:
This introductory course provides a framework for effective management of stroke patients in an acute inpatient rehabilitation setting. Online learning formats provide participants the opportunity to explore the medical, psychosocial and functional impact of stroke as well as offer strategies and interventions to maximize functional outcomes and patient safety.

Overall Objectives:

1. Describe the pathophysiology of stroke
2. Identify common medical complications and their management post stroke
3. Define the role of pharmacology in stroke rehabilitation
4. Explain the neurocognitive and neurobehavioral sequelae following stroke
5. Describe the psychosocial and functional impact of stroke
6. Recall nursing and therapy interventions utilized for stroke patients to promote recovery and safety

Please click here to review detailed course objectives for this course.

Faculty:
Leslie Brady, PT
Director of Education
Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Division

E-learning Module Topics:
Stroke 101: Neuroanatomy/Neurobehavioral & Neurocognitive Sequelae
Stroke 101: Medical Complications and Pharmacologic Intervention Following Stroke
Stroke 101: Right CVA-Special Considerations
Stroke 101: Physical Adjustment Following Stroke
Stroke 101: Dysphagia Management
Stroke 101: Aphasia - Damage to the Language Center of the Brain

Instructional Methods:

E-learning modules - Knowledge based information
Review Questions
Case Studies
Quiz

Registration Information:

Please complete and submit the registration form below.
After the registration is processed, you will receive an email with a link to access the curriculum within 72 hours.

Educational Information:

PT Credits:
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Florida Physical Therapy Association.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Virginia Physical Therapy Association.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Ohio Physical Therapy Association.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the California Physical Therapy Association.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board.

An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Arizona Physical Therapy Association.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Nevada Physical Therapy Board.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
An application for 6.0 contact hours has been submitted to the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia.

OT Credits:
This course qualifies for 6.0 contact hours.

RN Credits:
This course designates up to 6.5 contact hour for nurses.

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Centers commission on Accreditation.

Accredited status does not imply endorsement by the Inpatient Rehabilitation Division or ANCC of any commercial products or services.

There is no commercial support for this activity.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Successful completion requires that the learner view all 6 courses of the curriculum. The learner must complete all associated quizzes, receive a minimum score of 80% and complete the curriculum evaluation. Upon successful completion of this activity, the learner will be awarded 6.5 contact hours for RN's and 6.0 contact hours for PT/OT. No partial credits will be awarded for this activity.

Disclosure:
It is the policy of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Division to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its programs. All faculty participating in this program have declared that they have nothing to disclose. There is no commercial support for this program.

ADA Compliance Statement:
In compliance with the American Disability Act of 1990, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabil-ities. Please call 972-697-1241 with your requests.

Grievances:
If you have any questions or comments regarding this program, please call 972-697-1241. We will respond to you within 72 hours.

For further information, please contact Leslie Brady at lebrady@selectmedical.com