03: Nutrition, hydration and swallowing issues following stroke

Introduction

On completion of this module you should have a critical understanding of the importance of achieving a patient’s optimal nutritional status to support their recovery following stroke. This will include addressing the challenges of achieving optimal nutritional status in patients with dysphagia.

The answers to all the test questions are contained within the module. This information may be provided in the ‘Additional Information’ boxes on some of the pages.

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Introduction- Module Authors

Module lead Gillian Capriotti,  Speech & Language Therapist, AHP Stroke Consultant, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Group members Alison Cassells,...

1 mins

Case 1: Connie

Connie is 67 years old, widowed and lives alone. Today she was found collapsed at home by her daughter. Her...

27 mins

Case 2: Bill

Bill has presented at A & E after his wife found him unsteady on his feet, complaining of double vision,...

26 mins

Case 3: Freda

Freda is 84 years old, has a daughter who lives locally and a son staying in America. She is widowed...

10 mins

Conclusion

Having worked through this module you will have learnt: The procedures for screening patients in the acute phase of stroke...

1 mins

Module test

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20 mins

Page last reviewed: 20 Nov 2021

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