Acute Ischaemic Stroke
ACE
Neuro Intensive Care
Summary
Acute ischaemic stroke (AIS) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Over 17 million strokes occur annually worldwide, with 6 million deaths as a result. One in 6 people will have a stroke in their lifetime, and the vast majority of survivors have persisting neurological deficits which impair the quality of their life.
General Information
Enrolled trainees 5035
Open 27.12.2017
Available for ESICM members
Student effort 2
Last Updated June 20, 2022
Intended Learning Outcomes
After studying this module on Acute Ischaemic Stroke, you should be able to:
- List the possible causes of stroke
- Describe the difference between an ischaemic and a haemorrhagic stroke
- Outline manage complications in a patient with stroke
- Describe how to initiate appropriate treatment in a timely manner
Relevant competencies in CoBaTrICE
- 1.1 Adopts a structured and timely approach to the recognition, assessment and stabilisation of the acutely ill patient with disordered physiology
- 1.4 Triages and prioritises patients appropriately, including timely admission to ICU
- 3.1 Manages the care of the critically ill patient with specific acute medical conditions
- 3.6 Recognises and manages the patient with neurological impairment
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