CVA Flashcards
what is CVA or stroke
sudden loss of neurological function d/t interruption of BF to brain
neuro deficits for at least 24 hrs
RIND can resolve spontaneously _____
when brain swelling subsides - w/in 3 wks
stroke is the leading cause of _____ worldwide and ____ cause of death in PH
stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and 2nd cause of death in PH
TIA
deficit is < 24 hrs
general impairments post-stroke
sensation
motor function
postural control and balance
speech, language and swallowing
perception and cognition
emotional status
impairments in (L) hemisphere damage
(R) hemiplegia
diff communication and sequential/linear processing
cautious, anxious, disorganized and hesitant
realistic appraisal of prob
impairments in (R) hemisphere damage
(L) hemiplegia
diff spatial-perceptual tasks, grasping whole idea
quick and impulsive
overestimates abilities
inc safety bcs poor judgement
more feedback
MSK complications
LOM
contractures
atrophy and weakness
osteoporosis complications
loss of bone mass per unit volume
from disuse and poor nutrition
neurological complications
seizures and hydrocephalus
timeline of hyperacute or acute phase
0-24 hrs
timeline of early rehabilitation phase
24 hrs to 3 mo.
timeline of late rehabilitation phase
3-6 mo.
timeline of chronic rehabilitation phase
> 6 mo.
problems in hyperacute or acute phase and early rehab phase
orthostatic hypotension
cognitive deficits
contractures
abnormal tone
dep on transfers and ADLs
bed sores
hemiplegia
dec balance and tolerance