Stroke

If you suspect somebody in your care is having a stroke you have only a matter of seconds to act. You need to know how to respond quickly and competently. Full understanding of strokes, including causes, identifying the signs and symptoms and recovery is integral to fulfilling your duty of care.

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Duration:
35-45m
Modules:
12
From only
£1.49* Buy credits *Excludes VAT. Based on bulk credit pricing

About the course

This outstanding stroke resource will help you to recognise signs of stroke, allowing you to act in a way that can help save lives.

Who is this course for?

A ‘must have’ for induction, refresher, management and vocational training.

What does the course cover?

  • What is stroke?
  • Causes of stroke
  • Types of stroke
  • Severity
  • Response time
  • Brain haemorrhage
  • Aneurysm
  • Transient ischaemic attacks
  • Cerebrovascular accidents
  • The brain
  • The effects of a brain attack
  • Risk factors
  • At risk groups
  • High blood pressure
  • Signs & symptoms
  • Consequences
  • Dysphagia
  • Aphasia
  • Dysphasia
  • Vascular dementia
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
  • Recovery
  • Factors which affect recovery
  • Rehabilitation
  • Prevention
Download the syllabus (PDF)

How is the course assessed?

After each module you will be asked a set of multiple-choice questions. The answers are marked automatically so you instantly know your score.

Every trainee receives a FREE training certificate on completion of the course as evidence for your records.


From only
£1.49* Buy credits *Excludes VAT. Based on bulk credit pricing
Duration:
35-45m
Modules:
12
  • CPD Accredited and Skills for Care Endorsed
  • Free certification
  • Standards compliant
  • Access course on desktop and mobile, from work or home
  • No time limits, work at your own pace
  • Monitor and track staff progress

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