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Maureen Sullivan RN, BSN, CEN, CDE, Florida Nursing Entrepreneurs:"Registered Nurse x 30 years, with a focus on ER/Trauma. I have worked in a variety of roles, including ER Manager, Stroke Program Manager, Trauma Coordinator, and Director of Education. I just published my first book (!) on my nursing career ("Never Again"). It is a compilation of stories of patients I've cared for during my career. All true stories!" Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaureenSRN Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/maureen-sullivan/50/9b1/552 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/maureen.sullivan.1441 http://www.nursingentrepreneurs.com/sullivan ******************************************************
Discuss Stroke, or Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) Issues with a Nurse Practitoner: ****************************************************** ******************************************************
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Artists Recovering From Stroke:"This site is maintained by Photographer and Painter John O'Keeffe, who has completed a Master of Visual and Performing Arts Degree on Stroke at Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, N.S.W., Australia. The website is part of a project aimed at promoting the work of artists who have suffered a stroke and have returned to practice Art. My aim is to discuss the problems faced by stroke victims in returning to art; physical, emotional and stylistic problems. I welcome input from any stroke sufferers, or people and organisations associated with stroke.
http://members.iinet.net.au/~jokeeffe/glossary.html
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Foundation for the Education and Research in Neurological Emergencies:"The Foundation for the Education and Research in Neurological Emergencies is an independent not-for-profit organization." ******************************************************
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Stroke Rehabilitation, Healthology, Inc.:"Life after a stroke is often very difficult for stroke survivors and their loved ones, especially when the survivor suffers from post-stroke spasticity, a common consequence of stroke. Post-stroke spasticity is an uncontrollable muscle tightness that can cause painful muscle cramps such as arm and leg cramps. Fortunately, there are therapies that now allow stroke victims to control their spasticity and regain normal muscle control after stroke as well as recovery for muscle cramps and tightness . Post Stroke Help offers information about these treatments, patient perspectives on recovery, and advice on how patients can better communicate with their doctors. Leading medical experts created Post Stroke Help to help stroke patients and caregivers work with their doctors to regain control of their muscle—and their lives." ******************************************************
Internet Stroke Center, Stroke Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University Medical Center:"The Internet Stroke Center is a non-profit, educational service of the Stroke Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University Medical Center and the Cerebrovascular Diseases Section of the Department of Neurology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
The Internet Stroke Center exists to advance understanding of stroke research and clinical care. Our goal is to provide current, professional, un-biased information about stroke. The information on this site is obtained from published accounts, meeting presentations, internet searches, and direct correspondence." ******************************************************
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NINDS Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Information Page, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke:"What is Transient Ischemic Attack?
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a transient stroke that lasts only a few minutes. It occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is briefly interrupted. TIA symptoms, which usually occur suddenly, are similar to those of stroke but do not last as long. Most symptoms of a TIA disappear within an hour, although they may persist for up to 24 hours. Symptoms can include: numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body; confusion or difficulty in talking or understanding speech; trouble seeing in one or both eyes; and difficulty with walking, dizziness, or loss of balance and coordination." ******************************************************
What is Stroke?NINDS Stroke Information Page:"A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the part of the brain is suddenly interrupted (ischemic) or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, spilling blood into the spaces surrounding the brain cells (hemorrhagic). The symptoms of stroke are easy to spot: sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body; sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding speech; sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes; sudden trouble walking; dizziness; or loss of balance or coordination. Brain cells die when they no longer receive oxygen and nutrients from the blood or when they are damaged by sudden bleeding into or around the brain. These damaged cells can linger in a compromised state for several hours. With timely treatment, these cells can be saved. Stroke is diagnosed through several techniques: a short neurological examination, blood tests, CT scans, MRI scans, Doppler ultrasound, and arteriography. Stroke seems to run in some families. Family members may have a genetic tendency for stroke or share a lifestyle that contributes to stroke. The most important risk factors for stroke are hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and cigarette smoking. Other risks include heavy alcohol consumption, high blood cholesterol levels, illicit drug use, and genetic or congenital conditions. Some risk factors for stroke apply only to women. Primary among these are pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause." ******************************************************
Stroke Homepage, NHS Direct:"The Stroke section of NHS Direct Online is launched to-day - November 29th 2001 - to help those affected by stroke either themselves or through a family member to find the information they need to deal with the many problems Stroke can bring. Feedback will be welcomed - so the information can be presented in as helpful a way as possible." ******************************************************
Stanford Stroke Center:"In a recent survey sponsored by the University HealthSystem Consortium (UHC), the Stanford Stroke Center was ranked the #1 academic institution in the country for stroke management based upon its performance on over 20 different measures of patient outcome including length of stay, time to treatment, and speed of diagnostic evaluation.
The Stanford Stroke Center brings together physicians from multiple specialties, including neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, internal medicine and emergency medicine to provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with cerebrovascular diseases." ******************************************************
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StrokeHelp.com:"Welcome to StrokeHelp.com. We are here to help stroke survivors. Clinicians as well as family members will find the information useful.
We have topics designed to help families, caregivers and stroke survivors improve their quality of life. Many practical ideas can be found in our Tip of the Week, Frequently Asked Questions, Videos and Resource Information.
Topics for healthcare professionals (including physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses and physicians) give practical therapeutic suggestions aimed at improving the functional recovery of adults with hemiplegia following a stroke. ******************************************************
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Improving Oral Hygiene in Patients After Stroke:"Oral care can be a challenging task for those who have impairments as a consequence of stroke. Physical weakness, lack of coordination and the cognitive problems that can accompany a stroke may prevent a person from maintaining good oral hygiene on their own. Dry mouth, oral ulcers and stomatitis may be caused by medication, which further impact on oral health.1 Many stroke patients rely on nursing staff for assistance with oral hygiene, yet oral care is not perceived as a care priority,2 and there are few training or care policies in place.3" ******************************************************
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