Do you work with acute stroke patients in the West of England and want to develop your thombolysis and thrombectomy skillsets?
What is it?
The SWAST Stroke Pre-alert Simulation day at North Bristol Trust Simulation Suite is a pilot one day course aimed at SWAST paramedics to help recognition of stroke symptoms and improve the pre-alert process and transfer of information between SWAST and the NBT Stroke Team.
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Team and Venue
This course is run by experienced clinicians who work at Southmead Hospital, a large comprehensive stroke centre in Bristol that delivers 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy. Held in the Simulation Space at the Learning and Research Centre, each scenario offers high-fidelity simulation with use of cutting-edge technology, including bespoke simulated intranet and use of real CT scans to increase the authenticity.
Eligibility
This course is best suited to Lead Clinicians, particularly those who cover the BNSSG area.
Practical information
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
The Stroke Pre-alert Simulation Course features a acute stroke scenarios simulating the assessment of an acute stroke patient in the community and the conveyance to the NBT Stroke Team. Aims include:
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Identifying and differentiating between acute stroke and stroke mimics
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When, what and how to pre-alert effectively
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Handover of information to the acute stroke team on arrival to hospital
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Developing an understanding of hyper acute stroke treatments (including thrombolysis, thrombectomy and intracerebral haemorrhage) and what they involve
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Debriefing and learning points after each scenario
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Discussion and interactions with stroke consultants, specialist doctors and advanced nurse practitioner including communication techniques and human factors
Date: Weds 14th January 2026
Time: 08:30-16:30
Location: Southmead Hospital – Bristol
Please complete the form below to book your place.