Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008
One day prior to the International Stroke Conference
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, La.
Please note: Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. According to fire code, a session must and will be closed if the room is filled to capacity.
Download the 2008 Nursing Program.
Continuing Education Accreditation – Nurses
This program (08-NC-067) has been approved by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) for 7.50 Contact Hours, Category A, File number 00014011.
Program
8:30–11:45 a.m.
Plenary Symposium
Moderator: Diane S. Aubrey, M.S., ARNP, CNRN, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Opening Remarks
Susan Pressler, Indianapolis, Ind.
Program Announcements
Elaine Miller, D.N.S., R.N., CRRN, FAHA, Cincinnati, Ohio
Nursing: A Journey to Improving the Nation’s Health
Carol A. Romano Ph.D., R.N., FAAN, Bethesda, Md.
Update: 2007 Ischemic and Hemorrhage Stroke Guidelines
Barbara Mancini, B.S.N., M.B.A., CNRN, CNAA, Falls Church, Va.
Blood Pressure Management
Arthur Pancioli, M.D., FAHA, Cincinnati, Ohio
10:40–11 a.m.
Short Break
Glucose Management
Brett Kissela, M.D., FAHA, Cincinnati, Ohio
Questions and Answers
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Lunch
1:15–5:15 p.m.
Concurrent A
Advanced Stroke Concepts and Transitional Care Challenges
Moderator: Deborah R. Summers, R.N., M.S.N., FAHA, APRN-BC, Kansas City, Mo.
Clinical Localization of Stroke
Anne W. Alexandrov, Ph.D., R.N., CCRN, FAAN, Fountain Hills, Ariz.
Oral Abstract
Understanding Mechanisms of Clinical Deterioration in Acute Cerebral Ischemia
Basics of Stroke Imaging and Diagnostics
Deborah R. Summers, R.N., M.S.N., FAHA, APRN-BC, Kansas City, Mo.
Session Discussion
3:30–3:45 p.m.
Short Break
Oral Abstract
Reversal Methods for Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant Drugs in Patients with Hemorrhagic Strokes
Stroke Management Issues: Transition from Acute to Out-patient
Deborah Bergman, M.S., R.N., B.C., FNP, Chicago, Ill.
Oral Abstract
Robotic Telestroke Program: Transforming Stroke Care Delivery
Session Discussion
1:15–5:15 p.m.
Concurrent B
Essentials of Standard Practice and Stroke Center Development
Moderator: Elaine Miller, D.N.S., R.N., CRRN, FAHA, FAAN, Cincinnati, Ohio
Neurological Assessment and NIHSS Training
Diane Aubrey, M.S., ARNP, CNRN, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Oral Abstract
Smoke-free Successes with the Ottawa Model: The Stroke Program Experience
Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke: Best Practices and Challenging Cases
Steven Warach, M.D., Ph.D., Bethesda, Md.
Session Discussion
3:30–3:45 p.m.
Short Break
Oral Abstract
Validation of a Simple Dysphagia Screening Tool for Nursing in the Acute Stroke Population
StrokeCenterDevelopment and Certification
Wende Fedder, R.N., M.B.A., Chicago, Ill.
Oral Abstract
The Self-management TO Prevent (STOP) Stroke Clinic: Teaching, Translational Research and Technology
Session Discussion
1:15–5:15 p.m.
Concurrent C
Current Issues in Community Re-integration
Moderator: Linda Pierce, Ph.D., R.N., CNS, CRRN, FAHA, Toledo, Ohio
Post-Stroke Depression: An Update
Rosemarie King, R.N., Ph.D., FAHA, Chicago, Ill.
Oral Abstract
Resiliency of Appalachian Women Who Survive Stroke: Measuring Comeback
Matching Needs of Stroke Survivors to Caregiving Resources – What are the Issues and What Can We Do About Them?
Barbara Lutz, Ph.D., R.N., CRRN, Gainesville, Fla.
Session Discussion
3:30–3:45 p.m.
Short Break
Oral Abstract
Motivators for Exercise After Stroke
Caregiver Interventions in Research and Practice
Tamilyn Bakas, D.N.S., R.N., FAHA, Indianapolis, Ind.
Oral Abstract
Analysis of Risk Factors in Patients Receiving Carotid Artery Angioplasty and Stenting in a Multidisciplinary Carotid Disease Clinic
Session Discussion
