Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 30 - MARYLAND INSTITUTE FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SYSTEMS (MIEMSS)
Subtitle 08 - DESIGNATION OF TRAUMA AND SPECIALTY REFERRAL CENTERS
Chapter 30.08.18 - Designated Acute Stroke Ready Center
Section 30.08.18.12 - Prevention/Public Education

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 30.08.18.12

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. Surviving stroke patients and their families shall receive instruction on:

(1) Signs and symptoms of acute stroke, including the importance of activating EMS;

(2) Effects and prognosis of acute stroke;

(3) Potential complications of acute stroke;

(4) Needs and rationales for treatment;

(5) Patient compliance instructions for risk reduction of individual risk factors and secondary prevention programs; and

(6) Post-stroke support services.

B. The facility shall support or participate in, or both support and participate in, acute stroke educational activities developed for EMS personnel which are conducted at least once a year.

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