L4: Cardiovascular Accident

Question 1

Introduction

This results in a sudden, specific neurological deficit and occurs when a brain blood vessel is either occluded by a clot or burst.

Answer 1

Stroke or Cerebrovascular Accident

Question 2

Introduction

Why is CVA characterized as a vascular disease?

Answer 2

It is d/t the suddenness of this neurological deficit occuring over seconds, minutes, hours, or even a few days

Question 3

Introduction

What is the most obvious sign of CVA?

Answer 3

Motor deficits of Hemiplegia

Question 4

Introduction

What are other major signs of CVA?

Answer 4

1. Sensory dysfunction
2. Aphasia or Dysarthria
3. Visual Field Deficits
4. Mental and Intellectual Impairment

Question 5

Introduction

The evolution of the recovery process from onset to the return to community life.

Answer 5

Sequential Stages of Recovery

Question 6

Sequential Stages of Recovery

Inpatient Length of Stay: 2-4 Days

Answer 6

Acute

Question 7

Sequential Stages of Recovery

4 Pathways during the Acute Stage

Answer 7

1. Return home c or s home care services
2. Rehabilitation Hospital for 2-4 wk stay
3. Subacute Facility to be strong enough for rehab regimen
4. Long-term care facility for rehab or maintenance

Question 8

Sequential Stages of Recovery

Early rehab intervention reduces disability and improves compensatory strategies

Answer 8

Active (Rehabilitation) Stage

Question 9

Sequential Stages of Recovery

Have recovered basic motor skills and have returned home is in the psychosocial and environmental areas.

Answer 9

Adaptation to Personal Environment

Question 10

Recovery of Motor Function

Historicaly tio be completed 3-6 months after onset

Answer 10

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