Stroke Resources
Blood pressure info-graphic. Also available in Spanish.
Signs and symptoms of stroke - brief video.
Cardiac and stroke Quality improvement
Leadership:
Chair: Gena Kreiner, RN
Cardiac Chair: Jeff Bambrick
Lessons Learned:
Dec 2023: CPR at big box store.
BLS should apply the AED as soon as possible.
Work with newer paramedics on identifying shockable rhythms.
April 2023: Triage Delays
• Chart review was conducted on this patient. Participants are Cath Lab, Cardiac programs director, ED director, CCU Director, CNO, and ED provider.
• Discussed the triage delay for chest pain.
• Reviewed chest pain protocol with recommendations to revise.
. Education.
Dec 2022: AED failure in the field
. Remain calm.
. Follow local Protocols.
. Use/call for backup equipment.
. Don’t delay compressions or breathing.
Emergency Cardiac and Stroke System
Washington's Emergency Cardiac and Stroke System
WA State law created an emergency cardiac and stroke system similar to the state’s trauma system. It is intended to save lives and reduce disability for heart attack, cardiac arrest, and stroke patients. Emergency medical services (EMS) takes patients directly to hospitals that meet care requirements and choose to participate in the system. Visit the WA State Dept of Health website and the Stroke Forum website.
Cardiac and Stroke Resources
WA State Emergency Cardiac and Stroke System
West Region Cardiac and Stroke Plan
WA State Emergency Cardiac and Stroke System Hospital Information including a list of participating facilities.
coverdell stroke program
Watch the West Region EMS training video, “Stroke Outcomes - Saving Lives Through Documentation”