XAH 5566 -- Advanced Stroke Life Support Prehospital/Hospital 8 Contact hours (Offered as needed) This course addresses the prehospital, emergency department, and stroke unit management of patients with acute stroke by incorporating interactive discussions, hands-on workshops, video and standardized patients. It covers the differential diagnosis of stroke, rapid recognition of five major stroke syndromes, training in the use of the Miami Emergency Neurologic Deficit (MEND) exam, and the use of thrombolytic therapy in acute ischemic stroke patients. Specifics to the prehospital and in-hospital audiences are addressed through the use of concurrent breakout sessions. Passing score is 72% on the posttest, but a minimum of 84% is required to be eligible for the ASLS® instructor course. Class runs from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Fee: $150.00