Stroke Basics
What does FAST stand for in stroke recognition?
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency.
What is the first step when a stroke patient arrives at the emergency department?
Stroke triage activation
What is the purpose of stroke certification?
Ensure standardized high-quality stroke care
What is the first step in a Stroke Readiness program?
Baseline assessment
What KPI measures imaging efficiency?
Door-to-CT time
What is the most important factor influencing stroke outcomes?
Time to treatment.
What is the recommended door-to-imaging time?
≤ 20 minutes
Name one organization that provides stroke certification
Joint Commission / DNV / ESO / WSO
What is the goal of a stroke clinical pathway?
Standardize stroke management
What is a good target for Door-to-CT?
≤ 20 minutes
Which imaging modality is typically the first step in acute stroke evaluation?
CT
What is the target door-to-needle time for thrombolysis?
≤ 60 minutes
What documentation is essential for certification audits?
Protocols, KPIs, clinical pathways
Why are mock drills important in stroke readiness?
Test real response time
What KPI measures time to thrombectomy?
Door-to-Groin puncture
What does “Time is Brain” mean in stroke care?
Every minute of delay results in neuronal loss
Which step in the pathway usually causes the greatest delays?
Imaging workflow or team activation delays
What is one key requirement for a Primary Stroke Center?
24/7 CT availability and stroke protocol
What is the ultimate goal of Stroke Readiness consulting?
Achieve certification and improve patient outcomes
What KPI evaluates patient outcome after stroke?
Modified Rankin Scale (mRS)