Rehab Orientation
What floor of the hospital are we in?
What is, the 4th floor
Name of the two types of stroke?
What is Hemorrhage - bleeding in the brain
What is Ischemic Stroke-A stroke caused by lack of blood reaching part of the brain
It is advised that you contact this professional at any times when you have a question about your health.
What is a doctor
This organization provides large amount of information about stroke, managing life after stroke and resources in the community.
What is American Stroke Association/American Heart Association
Where is the big gym located?
What is the 2nd floor?
Name 3 stroke risk factors
What is High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Smoking, and heavy alcohol use
physical inactivity and obesity
Atrial Fibrillation
It is recommended to do at least 30 minutes of this at least 5 days/week to prevent having a stroke.
What is physical activity/exercise
This global awareness day was established by World Stroke Organization and provides a global platform for the stroke community to increase awareness and drive action on stroke around the world.
What is World Stroke Day, October 29th
How many hours of therapy do patient's usually have?
What are three hours?
Blood pressure of 138/80 is considered high blood pressure. True or False
What is true
Lipitor is a commonly prescribed medicine to control this, which prevents having a stroke.
What is Cholesterol
Monthly free subscription that provides interesting articles about healthy living, life after stroke, and how to make the most of each day
What is Stroke Connection or Stroke connection e-news
Name the three types of therapies you will likely see during your rehabilitation stay?
Who are speech therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy
Name three things you can do to prevent another stroke
What is Monitor blood pressure
Monitor cholesterol
Monitor blood sugar levels
Limit smoking/drinking
Increase physical activity
Improve alimentation
Decreasing this ingredient in your diet is recommended to decrease your risk of having a stroke
What is salt/sodium or saturated fats
This institution conducts a variety of research projects to find the most effective treatment options and trial new technologies for acute and chronic stroke survivors.
What is NIH/NINDS(National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) They are always recruiting new participants and this is another great way to continue with your rehab and contribute to the stroke survivor community.
Name one Speech therapist, one Physical therapist, and one occupational therapist
Who are
Speech- Ana, Adee, Kelly, Lauren, Stephanie or Ximena
OT- Darwin, Estephanie, Carolina, Naomi
PT- Harvey, Douglas, Paul, Carlyn, Adena, Mark
The acronym BE FAST stand for?
What is BE FAST
Balance changes- Trouble walking
Eyes: Problems in vision in one or boths eyes
Facial weakness, droopiness
Arm weakness, numbness
Speech changes: Trouble speaking or understanding
Terrible headache/ Time to call 911
Recommendations for driving after a stroke?
What is- wait one to three months and get cleared by a medical professional
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