Nursing Intensity after Stroke

  • Observation

    • The goal of this study is to determine the most effective level of nursing for patients who received thrombolysis, or "clot busting" medicine, shortly after their ischemic stroke.

    Please Note
    This information is provided to help you make a decision about participating in research in general.
    The decision to join a study is between you and the individual study research team.
    Study research team members will provide detailed information and answer any questions you have.

Who can participate?

This study is designed for adults who...

    Had a recent stroke caused by blocked vessels
    Received thrombolysis ("TPA")

  • It may not be safe to participate if you...

    Are over 80 years old
    You wish to be in other studies that use experimental medications or therapy
    Medically require intensive care in the NCCU
    Experienced a very severe stroke

When do I start?

Participation starts during the first few hours after you arrive at the emergency department with a recent stroke.

How long will I be followed?
  • Critical Care
  • Stroke Center
  • Discharge

Key activities

You will be asked to...

Follow-up with the research team up to 3 months after your stroke
Answer questions about your recovery

Important information

You should know...

Participation is your choice and you can stop any time
Participation will not change your routine health care
If you experience certain changes to your health or must take other medications, you may be told you can no longer participate.

Details of the study will be provided by the study team members

Where can I learn more?

  • If you are interested in research, please tell your provider or contact us.

  • Study contacts

    Victor Urrutia, M.D.

  • This study is funded by and registered with the U.S. National Institutes of Health.
    Click here to learn more.
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