Unit 46: Understand Stroke Care Management

1. Understand how to support individuals to manage stroke according to legislation, policy and guidance

• 1.1 Summarise current legislation, policy and guidance related to supporting individuals with stroke
• 1.2 Explain what current best practice is in the initial stages of stroke care management
• 1.3 Explain how an individual could be encouraged to review their lifestyle and promote their own health and well-being
• 1.4 Describe the potential implications of mental capacity for an individual following a stroke

2. Understand specific communication factors affecting individuals following a stroke

• 2.1 Evaluate the effects of stroke on the brain in relation to the ability to communicate
• 2.2 Describe a range of common communication methods and aids to support individuals affected by a stroke
• 2.3 Analyse methods of facilitating communication using supported conversation techniques
• 2.4 Identify any pre-existing illnesses or disabilities that need to be taken into account when addressing communication
• 2.5 Describe the effects on the individual of experiencing communication difficulties
• 2.6 Identify additional agencies and resources to support with communication needs

3. Understand changing physical needs of individuals affected by stroke

• 3.1 Describe the changes in the brain of an individual affected by a stroke
• 3.2 Describe the physical effects of stroke on an individual
• 3.3 Explain the impact a stroke may have on swallowing and nutrition
• 3.4 Describe the possible effects of stroke on sensory ability
• 3.5 Analyse the fluctuating nature of effects of stroke on an individual

4. Understand the impact of the effects of stroke on daily living

• 4.1 Explain the use of daily activities to promote recovery and independence
• 4.2 Explain the importance of repetition to promote recovery
• 4.3 Identify the effects of fatigue in stroke rehabilitation
• 4.4 Describe the implication of stroke on lifestyle

5. Understand the associated complications for an individual with stroke

• 5.1 Explain the psychological and emotional effects on the individual with stroke
• 5.2 Describe the cognitive needs of the individual with stroke
• 5.3 Describe the health needs that may be associated with stroke

6. Understand the importance of adopting a person centred approach in stroke care management

• 6.1 Explain how person-centered values must influence all aspects of stroke care management
• 6.2 Explain the importance of working in partnership with others to support care management
• 6.3 Describe the importance of working in ways that promote active participation in stroke care management