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Medicines for Members 28th September 2015Presented by Sue Ward
Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team (CSRT)
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What is a stroke?
Suspect a stroke? Act FAST
What service does CSRT provide?
Stroke Association
A demonstration of therapy
Facts about Stroke
Stroke is the third biggest killer
Stroke is the greatest cause of disability
10% of the Health and Social Care budget is spent on treating stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency
What is a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to or within the brain is suddenly interrupted.
This may be due to a cerebral infarction (80%) or a cerebral haemorrhage (20%)
The neurological defects following a stroke last for more than 24 hours.
Non Modifiable Risk Factors of Stroke
Increasing age
Gender
Race
Previous history of stroke or TIA
Family history
Modifiable Risk Factors
High blood pressure
Smoking
High cholesterol
Obesity
Excessive alcohol intake
Suspect a Stroke - Act FastStroke Association DVD
FAST
Facial Weakness
Arm Weakness
Speech Problems
Time to call 999
Award Winning Team
What Service does CSRT Provide
Provide a 7 day service 07:30am-20:30pm
Cover whole Isle of Wight geographical area
Qualified therapists (Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists) cover Monday to Friday, 8:30am-16:30pm, and make activity plans for the needs of the service/clients outside these hours if required
7 Days a Week Delivery
Stroke Nurse Specialist Dedicated Nurses
Associate PractitionersStroke Support Workers
All provide services 7 days a week to deliver secondary prevention of stroke and rehabilitation through patient goal orientated activity plans Nursing staff also carry out 6 month stroke reviewsWorking in partnership with the stroke association
Welcome to Maeve and Mary from the Stroke Association
Case Scenario A Demonstration of Therapy
50 year old gentleman presented with sudden onset of-:
Right sided upper and lower limb weakness
Communication and swallowing difficulties
CT scan confirmed diagnosed of stroke
Assessment and Rehabilitation Plan following stroke
Thank you
Any questions?