Clinician
Clinician-facing education, checklists, counseling frameworks, and advanced stroke care topics.
63 modules · 2 tools · 6 courses
Courses
Acute stroke → discharge (Clinician)
Clinician-facing sequence that connects prehospital recognition, ED imaging, reperfusion concepts, key inpatient bundles (dysphagia, neuro checks, complications), and discharge education with teach-back.
Hemorrhagic stroke (Advanced clinician)
An advanced study sequence on ICH and aSAH: guideline essentials, complication monitoring, and quality/performance measures. Focuses on decision frameworks and escalation behaviors (no dosing/threshold memorization).
Inpatient stroke nursing core (Advanced)
Advanced nursing-focused sequence: neuro assessment and escalation, dysphagia and oral care bundle, monitoring for complications, and supportive care themes. Built for bedside execution and handoffs.
Rehab complications + safety (Intermediate clinician)
Intermediate clinician sequence on common rehab-phase complications and safety: dysphagia, spasticity/shoulder pain, falls risk, return to driving/work considerations, and practical monitoring/escalation themes.
Stroke localization + diagnostic pitfalls (Advanced clinician)
Advanced clinician study sequence focused on neuroanatomic localization (anterior vs posterior), common diagnostic pitfalls and mimics, and high-risk posterior circulation patterns that require urgent escalation.
Stroke systems, registries + QI (Intermediate clinician)
Intermediate systems course for stroke coordinators and improvement teams: telestroke/prehospital routing, registry basics, audit-and-feedback loops, and ICH performance measures as an example bundle.
Modules and tools
Nursing: neuro assessment + escalation playbook (stroke unit)
Standardizes neuro checks, what to watch for, and escalation triggers for acute stroke patients; includes handoff language templates.
Persona: EMS/Paramedics — prehospital stroke protocol essentials (recognition + routing)
EMS-focused learning module: stroke recognition, BE-FAST/FAST, last known well, glucose check, destination/routing concepts, and handoff essentials.
Study module: neuroanatomy + stroke syndromes (localization high-yield)
High-yield neuroanatomy/localization for stroke: anterior vs posterior circulation patterns, cortical vs subcortical signs, common lacunar syndromes, and red-flag brainstem findings.
Study module: spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) guideline essentials (2022 AHA/ASA)
High-yield ICH study module aligned to the 2022 AHA/ASA ICH guideline: initial evaluation, BP management concepts, anticoagulation reversal themes, neurosurgical considerations, ICU monitoring, and secondary prevention themes (no dosing/protocol thresholds).
Nursing: dysphagia screening + oral care bundle (aspiration pneumonia prevention)
Nursing dysphagia screening + oral care bundle module: NPO safety flow, oral hygiene steps, documentation standards, and QI metrics for aspiration pneumonia prevention.
Study module: ICH performance + quality measures (QI implementation)
Study module translating ICH guideline concepts into QI practice: performance measures, documentation, audit-and-feedback, and common failure modes (conceptual).
Study module: posterior circulation stroke (cerebellar/brainstem) — high-risk patterns
Study module focusing on posterior circulation strokes: common presentations, why they’re missed, dangerous deterioration patterns, airway/swallow considerations, and escalation priorities (conceptual).
Study module: stroke imaging basics (CT/CTA/CTP/MRI) — what each answers
Study module explaining what each imaging modality is used for in acute stroke pathways: noncontrast CT, CTA, perfusion imaging, MRI (DWI/FLAIR) at a conceptual level.
Study module: aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) guideline essentials (2023 AHA/ASA)
High-yield aSAH study module aligned to the 2023 AHA/ASA aSAH guideline: recognition, acute stabilization, aneurysm securing concepts, vasospasm/DCI concepts, complications, and ICU monitoring priorities (conceptual; no protocols).
Study module: common in-hospital stroke complications + prevention bundles (high-yield)
High-yield complications module: aspiration pneumonia, DVT/PE, pressure injury, delirium, seizures, depression, falls. Organized as prevention bundles + monitoring cues.
Study module: NIHSS basics + interpretation for triage (concepts)
Conceptual NIHSS study module: what it measures, how severity relates to outcomes/LVO probability, common pitfalls, and how to communicate scores in handoffs (not a certification course).
Study module: stroke mimics + diagnostic pitfalls (high-yield)
High-yield stroke mimic framework: hypoglycemia, seizure/Todd’s paralysis, migraine, functional symptoms, infection/toxic-metabolic causes—plus what to check immediately in triage.
Study module: aSAH complications (vasospasm/DCI, hydrocephalus, seizures) — monitoring concepts
Study module focusing on aSAH complications and monitoring: vasospasm/DCI, hydrocephalus, electrolyte disturbances, seizures—organized by ‘what to watch for’ and escalation triggers (conceptual).
Study module: neurointerventional stroke basics (EVT workflow + complications) — concepts
Study module for EVT: patient selection themes (LVO + time/imaging), key workflow milestones, peri-procedure nursing priorities, and complication monitoring (conceptual).
Study module: supportive care in acute stroke (glucose, BP, temperature) — 2026 updates
Study module emphasizing supportive care domains in acute ischemic stroke: glycemic management (avoid intensive control), blood pressure themes pre/post reperfusion, fever/temperature concepts, and why these affect outcomes (conceptual).
Study module: TIA evaluation + high-risk features (triage + workup concepts)
Study-focused TIA module: triage urgency, high-risk features, imaging/workup concepts, and prevention themes. Emphasizes that TIA is a medical emergency signal.
Clinician: discharge education checklist (printable template spec)
A spec for a standardized discharge education checklist (FAST, meds, follow-up, swallow safety, rehab plan, red flags).
Study module: stroke in young adults — expanded differential + workup concepts
Study module focusing on stroke in young adults: broader etiologic differential (dissection, thrombophilia, PFO, vasculitis, drugs), higher mimic rates, and workup principles; emphasizes not withholding hyperacute therapy when eligible (conceptual).
Clinician: stroke education counseling (teach-back + accessibility)
Clinician counseling framework for stroke education: teach-back, health literacy, accessibility for aphasia/cognitive fatigue, and consistent prevention messaging with scripts.
Clinician: question bank spec (mapped to objectives + guidelines)
Spec for building a reusable item bank: question schema, difficulty, objective mapping, guideline citation per explanation, versioning rules.
Internist module: AF detection after cryptogenic stroke/TIA (outpatient follow-up workflow)
A practical outpatient workflow for internists to ensure AF detection workup is completed after cryptogenic stroke/TIA: monitoring types (concept), documentation, and closing the loop with cardiology/neurology.
Internist module: Antiplatelet vs anticoagulation after stroke (outpatient decision framework)
An internist-focused framework to understand why a patient is on antiplatelet vs anticoagulant therapy, how stroke mechanism drives decisions, and what questions to ask neurology/cardiology (no prescribing specifics).
Internist module: Blood pressure management after stroke (office + home workflow)
A practical BP workflow for internists managing secondary prevention: validated home BP technique, white coat effect, visit-to-visit titration loop, and documentation template (no drug-specific recommendations).
Internist module: Carotid/intracranial atherosclerosis after stroke — outpatient follow-up + referral checklist
An internist-focused module to manage post-stroke atherosclerotic disease longitudinally: ensure imaging results are known, stenosis severity is documented, referral pathways are closed, and risk factor control is intensified.
Internist module: CKD + stroke secondary prevention (BP, antithrombotics, dosing safety) — care coordination
Internist-focused considerations for stroke survivors with CKD: higher vascular risk, medication safety/bleeding risk considerations, BP measurement pitfalls, lab monitoring loops, and when to coordinate with nephrology.
Internist module: Diabetes management after stroke (secondary prevention integration)
An internist-centered module integrating diabetes care with stroke secondary prevention: A1c trends, hypoglycemia risk, kidney disease considerations, and coordination with vascular risk factor targets.
Internist module: Falls and fracture prevention after stroke (outpatient bundle)
Outpatient falls + fracture prevention bundle for stroke survivors: rapid falls-risk screen, orthostasis/vision/meds review, PT/OT referral loop closure, caregiver transfer training, and documentation templates.
Internist module: Lipid management after ischemic stroke (statins, LDL follow-up, intolerance)
A practical outpatient lipid workflow for internists after ischemic stroke/TIA: baseline labs, LDL follow-up cadence, addressing statin-associated symptoms, and documentation (no medication prescribing instructions).
Internist module: Medication adherence systems after stroke (practical interventions)
Clinician toolkit to improve medication adherence after stroke: structured barrier interview, refill synchronization, regimen simplification (concept), reminders, caregiver support, side-effect action plans, and documentation that survives transitions of care.
Internist module: Obstructive sleep apnea after stroke (screening + referral workflow)
An internist workflow for OSA after stroke: who to screen, what to ask, referral pathways, and how OSA treatment can support BP control and daytime function (concept).
Internist module: Post-stroke depression + cognitive screening (outpatient practice)
An internist workflow for screening and initial management of depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairment after stroke, with referral triggers and documentation templates.
Internist module: Post-stroke outpatient follow-up timeline (2w / 6w / 3m / 6m) + checklist
A time-based internist workflow for common post-stroke follow-up milestones: what to check at ~2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months (risk factor targets, rehab, complications, loop closure).
Internist module: Preventing pneumonia after stroke (dysphagia, oral care, vaccines) — outpatient follow-up
An internist-focused module on outpatient pneumonia risk reduction after stroke: dysphagia history, aspiration precautions, oral care, mobility, and vaccine conversations; includes referral triggers to SLP/OT/rehab.
Internist module: Reading the stroke discharge summary (what to extract + what’s missing)
Internist workflow to turn a stroke discharge packet into a clean outpatient problem list and follow-up plan: mechanism, imaging, meds with indications/duration, pending tests, rhythm monitoring status, and loop closure.
Internist module: Rehab referrals and DME after stroke (PT/OT/SLP, PM&R, home health) — outpatient playbook
Outpatient playbook for internists to screen rehab needs after stroke and place high-signal PT/OT/SLP/PM&R/home health referrals, document DME/home safety needs, and close the loop (placed → scheduled → started → reassess).
Internist module: Secondary stroke prevention in primary care (high-yield checklist)
A practical outpatient checklist for internists caring for stroke/TIA survivors: BP/lipids/diabetes, antithrombotics, smoking, OSA, lifestyle, and follow-up intervals with documentation prompts.
Internist module: TIA in outpatient/urgent follow-up — high-risk features + workup loop closure
Internist-facing workflow for post-ED/urgent TIA follow-up: high-risk features, completion of stroke mechanism workup, medication reconciliation, and follow-up timing—focused on closing gaps across transitions.
Nursing: acute ischemic stroke care basics (stroke unit workflow)
Nursing acute ischemic stroke care basics: neuro checks, vitals, escalation triggers, dysphagia screening, complications monitoring, and patient/family education checklist.
Persona: Dietitians — stroke nutrition, dysphagia coordination, and cardiometabolic risk (concepts)
Dietitian-focused module: cardiometabolic nutrition priorities after stroke, coordination with dysphagia texture plans, protein/energy considerations in rehab, and practical counseling strategies (conceptual).
Persona: medical interpreters — stroke communication + aphasia-safe interpretation tips
Interpreter-focused module: rapid stroke triage communication, last known well questioning, consent basics, and interpreting with aphasia/cognitive fatigue (short phrases, confirmation, pacing).
Persona: OT/PT assistants — safe handling + home program adherence support (stroke)
Assistant-focused learning module: safe handling principles, shoulder protection, fall prevention, documentation, and coaching strategies that improve home program adherence without blame.
Persona: Pharmacists — stroke medication safety + transitions of care (high-yield)
Pharmacist-focused module: antithrombotics overview, adherence barriers, med reconciliation at discharge, bleeding-risk counseling themes, interaction checks, and escalation when adverse effects occur.
Persona: Radiology/CT/MRI teams — stroke imaging workflow + time-critical communication
Imaging-team module: why speed matters, common stroke imaging sequences (NCCT/CTA/CTP/MRI concepts), and critical result communication to stroke teams.
Persona: Social workers/case managers — stroke discharge planning + social determinants
Care coordination module: discharge destination options, caregiver capacity assessment, equipment/home safety coordination, insurance/benefits navigation, and SDOH screening themes.
Post-stroke depression (clinician) — screening, communication, and care pathways (high-level)
Clinician module on post-stroke depression and identity disruption: brief screening workflow, teach-back language, referral/coordination triggers, and safety escalation (non-prescriptive).
Study module: antithrombotics in stroke (antiplatelet vs anticoagulant) — decision concepts
Study-focused framework for antithrombotic decisions after ischemic stroke/TIA: antiplatelet vs anticoagulation based on mechanism, dual antiplatelet timing concept, and safety considerations (no dosing).
Study module: aphasia after stroke (assessment + therapy principles) — clinician concepts
Study module: aphasia types at a high level, why it’s not intelligence, assessment principles, therapy principles, and caregiver counseling. Links to SLP role and accessibility strategies.
Study module: carotid stenosis + large artery atherosclerosis (secondary prevention concepts)
Study module on large artery disease: what carotid stenosis is, why it matters, diagnostic evaluation concepts, and prevention strategy categories including revascularization considerations (no thresholds).
Study module: cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) — diagnosis + management concepts (AHA 2024)
High-yield CVT study module: who to suspect, typical presentations, diagnostic imaging concepts (venous imaging), anticoagulation treatment principle even with hemorrhagic venous infarct (concept), and escalation for deterioration (conceptual).
Study module: cryptogenic stroke + PFO concepts (workup and prevention)
Study module on embolic stroke of undetermined source/cryptogenic stroke: structured workup concepts (including rhythm monitoring) and when PFO closure may be considered (conceptual).
Study module: hemorrhagic stroke essentials (ICH/SAH) — high-yield concepts
High-yield study module covering hemorrhagic stroke recognition, immediate priorities, BP/anticoag reversal concepts, neuro monitoring, and complications (without protocol dosing).
Study module: hyperacute stroke triage + reperfusion eligibility (IV thrombolysis + EVT)
Study-focused overview of hyperacute evaluation and reperfusion pathways (time last known well, imaging basics, thrombolysis vs thrombectomy concepts). Not a protocol; designed for exam-style understanding.
Study module: ischemic stroke classification (TOAST-style) + workup mapping
Study module: ischemic stroke subtype classification framework (large artery, cardioembolic, small vessel, other, undetermined) and a practical ‘workup-to-category’ mapping to guide prevention thinking.
Study module: pediatric stroke (recognition + key differences) — concepts
Conceptual overview of pediatric stroke: recognition challenges, presentation patterns, evaluation urgency, and how pathways may differ from adults (study-focused, not protocol).
Study module: post-stroke depression/anxiety + screening + referral pathways (concepts)
Clinician study module: prevalence/impact concepts, screening basics, suicide safety red flags, and referral pathways. Emphasizes trauma-informed and aphasia-friendly approaches.
Study module: post-stroke dysphagia guideline deep dive (screening, assessment, treatment options)
Clinician study module synthesizing post-stroke dysphagia guidance: screening timing, clinical vs instrumental assessment, oral care, nutrition, and therapy option categories (conceptual).
Study module: post-stroke seizures (recognition + acute safety + counseling) — concepts
Study module: early vs late post-stroke seizures, clinical recognition (including subtle focal), immediate safety, documentation, and counseling themes; includes when to suspect nonconvulsive seizures (conceptually).
Study module: post-stroke spasticity management (multidisciplinary options) — concepts
Study module summarizing spasticity management options: therapy approaches, orthoses, medications/procedures categories, and goal-based decision-making (no prescribing).
Study module: rehab dose + intensity (timing, settings, adherence) — concepts
High-yield rehab study module: timing of rehab, intensity/dose concepts, inpatient vs outpatient vs home health, barriers to adherence, and how to measure outcomes beyond impairment.
Study module: return to driving/work/school after stroke (functional + legal considerations)
Clinician-oriented module covering functional domains for return to driving/work/school, role of OT driving evaluation, cognitive/vision considerations, and counseling principles (no legal advice).
Study module: secondary stroke prevention deep dive (etiology → therapy mapping)
Clinician study module that organizes secondary prevention by stroke subtype (cardioembolic/large artery/small vessel/cryptogenic) and links each to workup + prevention strategy concepts (no prescribing).
Study module: spasticity + shoulder pain + contracture prevention (rehab concepts)
High-yield rehab complications: spasticity, hemiplegic shoulder pain, and contractures. Covers prevention principles, safe handling concepts, referral triggers, and common therapy approaches (no prescriptions).
Study module: stroke coordinator certification track (systems, registries, QI) — high-yield
Study module for stroke coordinators: stroke registry basics, core measures, audit-and-feedback, process mapping, multidisciplinary education, and sustaining improvements.
Study module: systems of care + quality metrics (stroke center, bundles, QI)
Study module for stroke systems: stroke center workflows, door-to-CT concepts, dysphagia screening compliance, discharge education, and continuous quality improvement loops.
Study module: telestroke + prehospital systems (triage, routing, equity)
High-yield systems module: telestroke models, EMS triage/routing concepts, mobile stroke units (concept), and equity considerations (language, transport, rural access).
Study track (clinicians): stroke specialization roadmap (SCRN-style blueprint)
A structured study roadmap for stroke-focused clinicians: domains (pathophysiology, hyperacute, acute/ICU, diagnostics, rehab, prevention, systems/QI) with recommended sequencing and practice questions.