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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.
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Educational only — imaging protocols and communication pathways are institution-specific.
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If acute stroke is suspected: activate local stroke alert/emergency response immediately and prioritize time-critical imaging/communication per protocol. Document last known well time and communicate critical findings without delay.
Key takeaways
- Explain why imaging turnaround is time-critical in stroke
- Describe high-level roles of NCCT/CTA/perfusion/MRI
- Identify critical findings requiring immediate communication
- Use a structured communication handoff
Why time matters
- Eligibility windows
- Workflow dependencies
High-level imaging roles
- NCCT: rule out hemorrhage
- CTA: LVO
- Perfusion: tissue at risk
- MRI: DWI/FLAIR context
Critical findings to escalate
- Hemorrhage
- Large vessel occlusion
- Major mass effect/hydrocephalus
Communication template
- What
- Where
- How urgent
- Who was notified
- Time
Practice check
What you’ll practice
These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.
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