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University Course – Ergonomics and Safety in Stroke Patient Care

Education

University Course – Ergonomics and Safety in Stroke Patient Care

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Theoretical Part

  • Pathology
    • Different type of strokes
    • Impact on affected brain areas
  • Consequential Symptoms
    • Cognitive difficulties
    • Neglect
    • Paresis
    • Spasticity
    • Pusher-syndrom
  • Introduction into transferring and positioning techniques
  • Risks and safety measurements in dealing with stroke patients

Practical Part

  • Simulation of a stroke patient  – at first by student assistants, then by students themselves
  • Transferring and positioning techniques in different phases of treatment
    • Inpatient
    • Semi-inpatient (day care)
    • Outpatient
      • in practice
      • at home
  • Use of assistive devices (f.i. wheelchair, walker)

Teaching documents created

  • PowerPoint presentation
  • Syllabus for individual lessons
  • Student handouts
  • Briefing documents for student assistants
  • Schedule incl. important organizational procedures for the next year
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