Transcription of Stroke information booklet
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StrokeInformation for patients, their carers, families and friendsName: 23If this Stroke Patient booklet is found, please return to: NameAddressTelephoneMobileEmailIf you have particular needs which make it difficult for you to read this document, please contact your Stroke 1 About youpageMy Stroke risk factors5 Health and social care contacts6 About me: Important things I d like you to know72 About strokeTypes of stroke8 About the brain9 Diagram of the brain103 The effects of strokePhysical11 Sensation11 Thought processes and understanding12 Communication14 Swallow15 Continence15 Tiredness/fatigue 15 Emotional changes 15 Behavioural changes 16 Depression 16 Relationships 18 Sex 19 Driving194 Useful informationGlossary of terms20 Financial help and support25 List of Stroke factsheets26 Warning signs of stroke28 Books that may be of interest295 PreventionRisk factors and preventing a stroke30 About your medication34 Common medications used in Stroke care356 Stroke RehabilitationItems provided by your Stroke Team145 About you This booklet is to help you keep a record of your care The booklet also provides information on Stroke and how to look after yourself.
Thought processes and understanding Cognition The effects of a stroke on cognition are varied and complex. People can have problems in many areas relating to thinking and reasoning. This can include difficulties with planning how to carry out a task and making decisions. The stroke team will work with you to identify any problems you may have.
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