Course Description
Stroke is a significant health concern and the second leading cause of death globally; however, providing compassionate and informed care truly impacts a survivor’s journey.
Altura Learning’s latest course, Supporting a Person Affected by Stroke, empowers aged care professionals with the knowledge and skills to provide effective, person-centered support throughout recovery and beyond.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
* Explain the effects of a stroke
* Identify physical and mobility support strategies
* Identify strategies to support activities of daily living
* Identify swallowing, nutrition and communication support
strategies
* Explain the role of medication
* Identify emotional and psychological support strategies
With expert insights and practical strategies, this course equips you to deliver high-quality and person-centric care to stroke survivors. Elevate your caregiving skills and make a difference in the lives of those affected by stroke with this comprehensive course.
Course Code:
AOC17256-B-H-AUCourse Availability:
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Elizabeth O’Brien Liz is the Stroke Nurse Practitioner at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH), Sydney. She has an extensive neuroscience nursing background, and currently works in the TIA and stroke outpatient clinic at RNSH, providing comprehensive assessment and management for TIA and stroke patients. Liz was responsible for the implementation of the Acute Stroke Unit at RNSH in 1997. Liz has lectured for Sydney University in the Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner course and provides national webinars in her role with the Australian Stroke Nurses Education Network (ASNEN). Liz has published in peer reviewed journals on acute stroke nursing and TIA management and has co-authored acute stroke chapters in Medical–Surgical textbooks.
Last Updated:
27/02/2025 12:00 am