Stroke Awareness Course

What's covered on the day?

This course is essential to all care and nursing staff involved in the care industry particularly those working with a higher risk patient group. It will provide delegates with an understanding of different types of strokes as well as the signs, symptoms and effect on the person. It will explore what are the appropriate responses, treatments and care pathways for offering support for a person who has had a stroke.

Assessment

Learners will complete a knowledge assessment at the end of the session, to allow them to demonstrate their learning and understanding of this subject matter. It will give them the opportunity to gain evidence towards continuing professional development and the knowledge assessment can be placed in the individuals portfolio.

Learning Objectives

• Define what a stroke is
• List how to recognise a stroke
• Describe the management of potential risk factors
• Explain the importance of emergency responses and treatments if a person is suspected to be having a stroke
• Recall the management of a stroke, both in the short term and long term care needs