Six Elements in the Continuum of Acute Care
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Assessment and intervention in the acute care setting are two of a continuum of components, beginning prior to the initial patient contact and continuing though each treatment session.
Assessment and intervention in the acute care setting are two of a continuum of components, beginning prior to the initial patient contact and continuing though each treatment session.
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Guidelines for Assessment of Body Functions & Structure
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This video provides practical tips in the assessment of patients during the early stages of stroke recovery. Observe therapists demonstrating how to assess motor control and sensory status with acute stroke survivors.
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Patient #2: Calvin
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A therapist works with a patient who has a complex medical history and appears to refuse therapy. The therapist demonstrates a variety of methods to encourage better participation in therapy, and includes factors to consider in discharge planning.
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Bedside Assessment of Swallowing
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Acute stroke survivors may have difficulty swallowing, which could lead to aspiration. Observe a speech and language pathologist perform a bedside oral motor assessment and outline protocols for aspiration precautions.
