Theory and Construction of a Care Plan for Stroke Rehabilitation

Theory and Construction of a Care Plan for Stroke Rehabilitation For this assignment I will be looking at the care planning process for an elderly stroke patient. The theory behind care plans how they are constructed and are used in rehabilitation and ongoing care I will also look briefly into my client's condition. For this placement I was based on an elderly female rehabilitation ward. Patients were admitted from a range of places, but mainly …

…Discuss with the patient the need to make an assessment and a plan of care. The patient should consent to participate in the planned care. B.Complete full stroke moving and handling assessment C.Refer to the physiotherapist for assessment D.Encourage daily exercises to promote mobilization E.Following assessment refer to plan of care to ensure continuity F.Assist in areas where patient experiences difficulties. Offer minimal assistance necessary in order to promote independence.