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Optimising stroke outcomes through evidence-based nursing practice: an Australian perspective.

Jacqueline Jones1, Simon Stewart

  • 1School of Nursing & Midwifery/Australian Nursing Federation, Sturt Campus, Flinders University, Bedford Park, Adelaide, Australia.

European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
|November 19, 2003
PubMed
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Emergent stroke care lags behind acute myocardial infarction (AMI) treatment. This review highlights best practices for stroke management and the vital role nurses play in improving patient outcomes in Australia.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Public Health
  • Nursing

Background:

  • Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability globally.
  • Early intervention in stroke lags significantly behind that of acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
  • Current stroke management practices in Australia are often ad hoc, lacking established guidelines and awareness of best practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on best practice management for evolving stroke.
  • To emphasize the critical role of nurses in triaging and managing stroke patients.
  • To address the need for improved stroke care within the Australian healthcare context.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing studies and guidelines on stroke management.
  • Analysis of treatment options, including thrombolysis and its limitations.

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  • Examination of nursing roles in stroke patient care.

    • Main Results:

    • Thrombolysis for stroke has limitations including patient selection, narrow therapeutic windows, and hemorrhage risk, hindering widespread use.
    • Emergent stroke management is less advanced than AMI care regarding treatment options and best practice application.
    • Nurses are essential in optimizing stroke patient outcomes through effective triage and management.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a critical need to implement evidence-based best practices for emergent stroke management in Australia.
    • Enhanced nursing education and protocols are crucial for improving stroke care delivery.
    • Adopting standardized best practices can reduce the burden of stroke on individuals and society.