STROKE AWARENESS
Course Number
SC0307
Validity
3 Years
Duration
1/2 Day
Assessment
Continuous
Stroke is the leading cause of severe disability in the UK. The aftermath can be very challenging and in many cases family suffer a real sense of loss. This course is suited to both health and care staff wishing to have a greater understanding of stroke, causes and its effects.
Suitable for:
Care
A stroke occurs approximately every 3 minutes. It is the largest cause of complex disability. – Stroke Association
Introduction
- Introduction and course overview
Course Programme
- What is stroke?
- Types
- Common symptoms
- The Face, Arms, Speech Test (FAST)
- Mini-strokes
- Risk factors
- Post-stroke effects
- Sense of loss
- Restoration of function & treatment
- Communication
- Treatment & medication
- Approach to care
- Course evaluation
