Temperature Management in Ischemic Stroke

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. Pathophysiology 
3. Indications and Contraindications 
4. Identification 
5. Temperature Management Methods (Non-invasive, Invasive) 
6. Management of adverse effects 
7. Interventions 
8. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Temperature Management in Ischemic Stroke. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

1. Identify the pathophysiological reasons for an increased temperature post-cerebral ischemic event 
2. Differentiate the methods available to achieve induced hypothermia with targeted temperature management and the pros and cons of each. 
3. Describe the adverse events that may occur due to targeted temperature management and the interventions utilized to mitigate harm to the patient. 

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.