Pediatric Stroke Course Overview

The overall goal of pediatric stroke care is to minimize brain injury and maximize patient functioning. Pediatric health care professionals need to be able to identify, intervene quickly, and provide ongoing management for patients who suffer from pediatric stroke.

Upon course completion, learner will complete assessment and initiate interventions for the child experiencing a stroke using evidence-based practices.

Objectives

1. Differentiate the types of strokes seen in the pediatric population including risk factors.
2. Describe presentation, assessment, including the use of a stroke scale, and diagnostic findings for strokes in the pediatric population.
3. Identify conditions that mimic pediatric stroke.
4. Outline the interventions indicated during each of the three phases of stroke care: hyperacute, acute and post-acute.
5. Explain key teaching points for families and patients experiencing pediatric stroke.