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    Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery
    Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery
    Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery
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    Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery

    By Mark Sloan

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    This 11-chapter guide provides a comprehensive overview of stroke management, covering prevention, acute treatment, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care. The guide includes practical information and advice on how to manage stroke, including tips for preventing stroke, identifying the signs and symptoms of stroke, and seeking emergency medical attention. It also covers acute treatment options, including medications, surgery, and interventional procedures, as well as rehabilitation strategies and therapies to improve mobility, strength, and independence. The guide also addresses end-of-life care, including discussions regarding goals of care, palliative care, hospice care, and support for family members and caregivers. The guide emphasizes the importance of collaboration among healthcare professionals, individuals, and their families to ensure that care is provided in a manner that is consistent with the individual's goals, values, and beliefs. Overall, this guide is a useful resource for anyone seeking information on stroke management, including healthcare professionals, individuals, and their families.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGordon Nsowine
    Release dateApr 14, 2023
    ISBN9798223987710
    Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery

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      Book preview

      Beyond Survival From Crisis to Recovery - Mark Sloan

      Chapters Overview

      Chapter 1 : Introduction to Stroke Management

      What is a stroke?

      Different types of strokes

      Why prompt management is important

      How to recognize the signs and symptoms of stroke

      Chapter 2: Pre-hospital Management of Stroke

      Calling emergency services

      Transport to hospital

      Importance of rapid assessment and treatment

      Administering aspirin

      Chapter 3: Emergency Department Management of Stroke

      Initial assessment and stabilization

      Importance of timely and accurate diagnosis

      Imaging studies (CT, MRI)

      Thrombolytic therapy and mechanical thrombectomy

      Chapter 4: Acute Stroke Unit Management

      Goals of acute stroke unit care

      Monitoring and management of blood pressure, glucose, and other vital signs

      Complication prevention (pneumonia, deep vein thrombosis)

      Early rehabilitation

      Chapter 5: Secondary Prevention of Stroke

      Identifying and addressing risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, atrial fibrillation)

      Medication management (antiplatelet agents, anticoagulants)

      Lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, smoking cessation)

      Patient education on warning signs and symptoms

      Chapter 6: Rehabilitation after Stroke

      Different types of rehabilitation (physical, occupational, speech)

      Setting realistic goals

      Importance of family and caregiver involvement

      Psychological support and

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