Acute Stroke Care 3rd Edition

You  have just encountered a possible stroke patient. You ask yourself: what  should I do first? How do I know it is a stroke? Is it too late to  reverse the damage? This book provides integral assistance in answering  these critical questions. All content is arranged in chronological  order, covering all considerations in assessing and treating patients in  the emergency room, stroke unit, and rehabilitation facilities. This  new edition offers readers the latest information on stroke treatment,  and features brand new chapters on stroke radiology, endovascular  therapy, the uncommon causes of stroke, cerebral venous thrombosis,  stroke prevention, and the transition to outpatient care. The  comprehensive set of appendices contains useful reference information,  including dosage algorithms, conversion factors, and stroke scales.