CFMH Mock stroke alert

The CRMH stroke program was invited to perform mock stroke alerts at CFMH (ED and ICU) on 11/13.  This was a successful, engaging, learning activity that was well perceived by the staff.  The patient scenario was performed in the fashion of, Red light, Green light with flags. Informative stroke questions were given to the staff continuously through the alert.  Right answer: Green Flag.  Incorrect answer: Red flag, stop and discuss.  This fast-paced education was designed to enhance critical-thinking skills to understand a stroke patient's needs that can positively impact their quality of care and outcome.

Participants:

• ICU: Kimberly Moore, Madison White, Kristen Hayden, Janey O'Dacre, Lisa Saunders, MD, Wendy Meador, Amanda Robertson-Inpatient Unit Director, Lab services, CT department, Kimberly Robertson
• ED staff: Taylor Payne, Amanda Wright, Kelli Belcher, Grace Kesler, Kaitlin Belcher, Jaime Groce, Sierra Brown, Tammy Ferguson, Taylor Smith, CT department, Lab Service, Stephanie Hodges, Kimberly Robertson

Thank you to Ellen Harvey for playing our stroke patient and Chrystal Wilson for providing stroke education at our community table! 

If your hospital/unit is interested in this activity, please let us know! -Pam Flinchum