Module
Internist module: Secondary stroke prevention in primary care (high-yield checklist)
A practical outpatient checklist for internists caring for stroke/TIA survivors: BP/lipids/diabetes, antithrombotics, smoking, OSA, lifestyle, and follow-up intervals with documentation prompts
ClinicianClinicianIntermediate25 minClinical (pro)
Educational only
Educational only — apply local protocols and individualized clinical judgment.
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For suspected recurrent stroke symptoms, activate emergency evaluation immediately.
What you'll learn
- Apply guideline-aligned secondary prevention targets in outpatient primary care
- Build a repeatable follow-up checklist (BP, lipids, diabetes, lifestyle)
- Identify common gaps (OSA screening, med adherence, rehab needs)
Visit framework
- Problem list
- Mechanism
- Meds
- Targets
Risk factor checklist
- BP
- Lipids
- DM
- Smoking
- OSA
- Weight/activity
Antithrombotics
- Antiplatelet vs anticoag
- Adherence
- Bleeding risk
Referrals/follow-up
- Neuro
- Cardiology
- Rehab
- Labs
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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