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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.

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Educational only — local certifications and measures vary.

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Not applicable (systems/QI module). For suspected acute stroke or sudden neurologic decline: activate local stroke alert/emergency response immediately and document last known well time.

Key takeaways

  • Describe why systems of care change outcomes
  • List common stroke QI metrics (high-level)
  • Explain audit-and-feedback cycles for improving compliance

Systems matter

  • Time-to-treatment
  • Standardized pathways
  • Team communication

Common QI metrics (high level)

  • Door-to-imaging
  • Dysphagia screening
  • DVT prophylaxis
  • Discharge education
  • Secondary prevention measures

Audit loop

  • Measure
  • Identify bottlenecks
  • Intervene
  • Re-measure

Equity lens

  • Language access
  • Transport barriers
  • Follow-up access

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.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. A primary goal of stroke systems of care is to…

Question 2

2. Audit-and-feedback can improve compliance with evidence-based care bundles.

References

  1. Tier 1
    WSO Roadmap / global stroke services guideline resources
  2. Tier 1
    AHA Scientific Statement: Nursing care update (prehospital/acute phase)