✔️ Identify stroke statistics.
✔️ Define stroke, state risk factors (both modifiable and non-modifiable), and signs and symptoms of acute ischemic stroke.
✔️ Define the mechanism of action, patient eligibility, dosage, administration, and adverse side effects of Activase®.
✔️ Identify the nursing issues to consider when taking care of someone before, during, and after administration of Activase®.