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KISS Acute Stroke Patient Selection Thrombolytic Checklist

This document allows for clear and complete screening of the patient using the patient evaluation form for both inclusion and exclusion criteria, which is essential in the stroke care flowchart to ensure proper stroke patient care, along with the thrombolytic checklist for treatment readiness.

KISS Acute Stroke Patient Selection Thrombolytic Checklist (pdf)Download

Patient Presentation

Helps organize your information using the patient evaluation form, stroke care flowchart, and thrombolytic checklist prior to contacting one of the 24/7 support lines for stroke patient care.

Patient Presentation (doc)Download

Acute Ischemic Orders and Transport Protocol

Complete set of ischemia stroke order and transfer protocol, including a patient evaluation form, stroke care flowchart, thrombolytic checklist, and comprehensive guidelines for stroke patient care.

Acute Ischemic Orders and Transport Protocol (pdf)Download

Stroke Team Patient Evaluation Form

The NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) score sheet serves as an essential patient evaluation form that aids in assessing the severity of stroke in patients. It aligns with the stroke care flowchart, ensuring a systematic approach to stroke patient care, including the use of a thrombolytic checklist.

Stroke Team Patient Evaluation Form (doc)Download

Stroke Care Flowchart Example

This stroke care flowchart serves as a vital tool to ensure timely treatment and transfer for stroke patients, incorporating a thorough patient evaluation form and a comprehensive thrombolytic checklist to enhance stroke patient care.

Stroke Care Flowchart Example (pdf)Download

Door In Door Out Time Summary

Evidence-based ideas for expediting the transfer of stroke patients include utilizing a comprehensive patient evaluation form, implementing a stroke care flowchart, and ensuring effective stroke patient care practices. Additionally, the use of a thrombolytic checklist can further streamline the process and enhance patient outcomes.

Door In Door Out Time Summary (docx)Download

Hemorrhagic Stroke Orderset

Complete set of Hemorrhagic Stroke orders, including the patient evaluation form, stroke care flowchart, transport protocol, and a thrombolytic checklist for effective complication management in stroke patient care.

Hemorrhagic Stroke Orderset (pdf)Download

Disparities in Stroke Care Resources

 Certifying bodies often expect each accredited hospital to address how they address equity in stroke care. Use this PowerPoint template to develop slides to address this in a site visit. Infographic can be used to educate hospitals and EMS to common disparities in stroke care.

Stroke Coordinator Guide for Health Equity PI Survey Presentation (pptx)Download
Stroke Disparities & Social Determinants of Health (pdf)Download

Stroke Coordinator Resource Books

PCP Toolkit  

Stroke Survivor Resource Book

Stroke Coordinator Welcome Book Example 

Stroke Coordinator Welcome Workbook

Stroke Education Toolkit 

Media Materials

Share this text in your e-newsletter, blog, or other publications to raise awareness about stroke in your community. October 29th is World Stroke Day or May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about stroke signs, symptoms, and risk factors.Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States—but it doesn’t have to be. Stroke is preventable and treatable. Visit the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program website to learn more about improving stroke care in communities nationwide. 


These PowerPoints can be used for teaching in the community about how to spot a stroke, coloring pages, and a stroke simulation toolkit. Printable or orderable resources are also available to have handouts available for patients, families, and community members.

  • PreHospital and EMS Resources from American Heart Association
  • Stroke Awareness Printable Resources and Presentation from Genentech
  • NIH Know Stroke Orderable Materials
  • American Heart Association Orderable Stroke Resources


Sample social media messages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & other social media venues). Hashtags and Twitter handles to use:

  • #Stroke
  • #WorldStrokeDay
  • #StrokeAwarenessMonth
  • #BEFAST
  • #YourSpecificOrganization
  • #YourSpecificEMSAgency
  • #NationalEMSWeek
  • @CDCgov
  • @WorldStrokeOrg
  • @WStrokeCampaign


  • A timely arrival to an emergency department is crucial to having a better stroke outcome. EMS personnel provide that quick transport and emergency medical care #NationalEMSWeek
  • EMS providers are ideally the first contact a stroke patient has with medical professionals. They have the potential to have a huge positive impact on long-term patient outcomes. Thank your favorite EMS provider during #NationalEMSWeek!


  •  Visit NAEMT



Sample posts and hashtags for social media campaigns

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