The Presence of an Advanced Practice Nurse Stroke Program Coordinator Decreases Door-to-Needle Times (P5.149)

CONCLUSIONS: The presence of an APN SPC was associated with reduced median DTN times. The presence of an APN SPC, in addition to an on duty neurologist, may reduce time between door and needle, engendering improvements in patient outcomes.Disclosure: Dr. Whaley has nothing to disclose. Dr. Caputo has nothing to disclose. Dr. Wagner has received personal compensation for activities with Genentech, Inc.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Quality Research and Initiatives Source Type: research