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Randomized Controlled Trial
. 2008 Jun;40(3):173-9, 191.
doi: 10.1097/01376517-200806000-00008.

Evidence-based educational guidelines for stroke survivors after discharge home

Sharon K Ostwald  1 , Sally Davis, Gayle Hersch, Carolyn Kelley, Kyler M Godwin
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Randomized Controlled Trial

Evidence-based educational guidelines for stroke survivors after discharge home

Sharon K Ostwald et al. J Neurosci Nurs. 2008 Jun.

Abstract

Stroke survivors today are discharged home from the hospital more quickly than in the past because of shifting economic realities. Survivors continue to experience significant impairments after discharge and families may be poorly prepared for the full extent of caregiving responsibilities. This article describes 39 comprehensive educational guidelines that have been tested with 72 stroke survivors and families during 1,150 home visits throughout the first 6 months after discharge from inpatient rehabilitation. Two case studies illustrate use of the guidelines with stroke survivors and their families.

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Major Educational Categories with Specific Content-Based Guidelines
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Guideline for Education on Types of Stroke
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Problems Identified and Guidelines Used with A.R. and Family
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Problems Identified and Guidelines Used with R.J. and Family
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