Stroke Acute Care

Question 1

Where are the places that a patient with stroke can be sent to within the hospital?

Answer 1

In Patient (IP) rehab, Subacute rehab, and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Question 2

How many hours of therapy do patients in IP rehab get?

Answer 2

3 hours per day

Question 3

How many hours of therapy do patients in Subacute rehab get?

Answer 3

1.5 hours per day

Question 4

What is the length of stay in IP rehab?

Answer 4

3-4 weeks

Question 5

What is the length of stay in subacute rehab?

Answer 5

5-6 weeks

Question 6

What is the length of stay in acute care hospital?

Answer 6

3-7 days

Question 7

What is the primary goal for acute care hospital?

Answer 7

Recommended discharge (D/C) placement

Question 8

What are the secondary goals for acute care hospital?

Answer 8

bed mobility, transfers, and gait

Question 9

What is the treatment schedule for acute care hospital?

Answer 9

30-45 mins, 1-2x per day

Question 10

What are the goals for in-patient rehab?

Answer 10

Maximize functional capability (w/c, transfers, gait, balance)

Question 11

What is the treatment schedule for in-patient rehab

Answer 11

30-45 (60) min 2x per day