A Comprehensive Guide to Stroke Care: Meeting the Needs of Stroke Patients

Written by esteemed authors Lalit Kalra, Charles Wolfe, and Anthony Rudd, this book is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals and managers involved in planning or providing stroke care.

The book provides a state-of-the-art overview of the evidence and practices that underpin high-quality stroke care. It begins by describing the epidemiology, trends, and needs of stroke patients, followed by in-depth chapters on:

• Prevention of stroke
• Investigation and management of Transient Ischaemic Attacks (TIAs)
• Early management and thrombolysis
• Clinical management of acute stroke patients
• Rehabilitation

Each chapter is thematically linked, providing a complete and up-to-date review of evidence, its implications for clinical practice, and proven multidisciplinary models of delivering high-quality care.

This comprehensive guide also covers vital areas often overlooked in stroke care, including:

• Palliative and end-of-life care for stroke patients
• Planning and provision of stroke services
• Benchmarking for quality of services
• Management of stroke patients in community settings

This book is an essential resource for anyone involved in caring for stroke patients, regardless of discipline or level of expertise. It provides a quick and friendly compendium of evidence, good practice, and practical hints on organizing care.

With 420 pages of in-depth information, this hardcover book is a valuable addition to any healthcare professional’s library.

Published by World Scientific Publishing Company in 2010, this book is a must-have for anyone dedicated to providing the best possible care for stroke patients.

Key Details:

• Pages: 420
• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Publication Date: December 28, 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9814299510
• ISBN-13: 978-9814299510