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Intermediate Course In Stroke Care

Aims And Objectives

The aim of the course is to further enhance and develop the skills and knowledge of health and social care staff working with people affected by stroke.

By the end of this course participants will have

• examined and reflected on their knowledge and skills about stroke
• increased their knowledge and skills about stroke
• built upon their knowledge and skills from the Introductory course if applicable
• identified areas where further learning is required
• identified areas in their own clinical practice where improvements/changes would be beneficial

Course Outline

• Classification Of Stroke
• Medical Assessment
• Knowledge And Skills Workshop
• Nutrition And Stroke
• Physical Management In Stroke Care
• Skin Care After Stroke
• Living With Aphasia
• Perceptual And Cognitive Problems In Stroke
• Psychological Aspects In Stroke Care
• Hospital To Home
• Patient/Carer Perspective
• Follow-up Day
  • Impact Of The Environment
  • Interpersonal Skills And Values
  • Ethical Issues
  • Case Studies
  • Team Working

Target Audience

All health and social care staff who have some experience in working with stroke.

Dates For 2008

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• Please note wrong email address on the flyer; please contact joanne.graham@faht.scot.nhs.uk

For further details on on booking and for a booking form go to our Booking Form And Details page.

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