Resident Name: [Insert Name]
Date of Birth: [Insert DOB]
Date of Admission: [Insert Date]
Primary Diagnosis: Stroke
Other Diagnoses: [List any other conditions]
Care Plan Review Date: [Insert Review Date]
1. Medical and Personal Care Needs
Medication Management: Resident requires assistance with administering prescribed medications, including anticoagulants, antihypertensives, and other stroke-related medications. Staff will monitor adherence and report any side effects to the healthcare provider.
Vital Signs Monitoring: Blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels will be checked daily to manage stroke risk factors.
Physician Appointments: Staff will coordinate and assist with transportation to follow-up medical appointments.
Emergency Plan: Staff will recognize signs of stroke recurrence (F.A.S.T. – Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) and respond accordingly.
2. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Personal Hygiene: Assistance with bathing, grooming, and dressing as needed.
Mobility Assistance: Use of mobility aids (walker, wheelchair) with staff supervision and support as required.
Toileting Needs: Assistance with toileting, incontinence care, and hygiene as necessary.
Nutrition & Hydration: Meal plans will include stroke-friendly, low-sodium, and high-fiber diets. Assistance with feeding if necessary.
3. Rehabilitation and Therapy
Physical Therapy: Staff will support prescribed physical therapy exercises to improve mobility and strength.
Occupational Therapy: Assistance with adaptive techniques for daily tasks, including using assistive devices.
Speech Therapy: Coordination with speech therapists for communication and swallowing difficulties.
Cognitive Stimulation: Participation in memory games, reading, and problem-solving activities to support brain function.
4. Psychosocial and Emotional Support
Social Interaction: Encouragement to participate in group activities, social events, and family visits.
Mental Health Support: Regular emotional check-ins; referral to counseling services if needed.
Religious & Cultural Needs: Staff will accommodate religious practices and cultural preferences.
5. Safety and Fall Prevention
Home Modifications: Installation of grab bars, non-slip mats, and adequate lighting in living areas.
Supervision: Staff will monitor movement to prevent falls and assist with transfers.
Emergency Call System: Resident will have access to a call button or alert system for emergencies.
6. Family and Resident Preferences
Personal Preferences: [List preferences regarding daily routine, meals, and activities.]
Family Involvement: Family members will be encouraged to participate in care and visits based on the resident’s wishes.
Plan Approval
Resident Signature: __________________________
Family Representative Signature: __________________________
Care Coordinator Signature: __________________________
Date: [Insert Date]
This care plan will be reviewed regularly and updated as needed based on the resident’s condition and preferences.
Date of Birth: [Insert DOB]
Date of Admission: [Insert Date]
Primary Diagnosis: Stroke
Other Diagnoses: [List any other conditions]
Care Plan Review Date: [Insert Review Date]
1. Medical and Personal Care Needs
Medication Management: Resident requires assistance with administering prescribed medications, including anticoagulants, antihypertensives, and other stroke-related medications. Staff will monitor adherence and report any side effects to the healthcare provider.
Vital Signs Monitoring: Blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels will be checked daily to manage stroke risk factors.
Physician Appointments: Staff will coordinate and assist with transportation to follow-up medical appointments.
Emergency Plan: Staff will recognize signs of stroke recurrence (F.A.S.T. – Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) and respond accordingly.
2. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Personal Hygiene: Assistance with bathing, grooming, and dressing as needed.
Mobility Assistance: Use of mobility aids (walker, wheelchair) with staff supervision and support as required.
Toileting Needs: Assistance with toileting, incontinence care, and hygiene as necessary.
Nutrition & Hydration: Meal plans will include stroke-friendly, low-sodium, and high-fiber diets. Assistance with feeding if necessary.
3. Rehabilitation and Therapy
Physical Therapy: Staff will support prescribed physical therapy exercises to improve mobility and strength.
Occupational Therapy: Assistance with adaptive techniques for daily tasks, including using assistive devices.
Speech Therapy: Coordination with speech therapists for communication and swallowing difficulties.
Cognitive Stimulation: Participation in memory games, reading, and problem-solving activities to support brain function.
4. Psychosocial and Emotional Support
Social Interaction: Encouragement to participate in group activities, social events, and family visits.
Mental Health Support: Regular emotional check-ins; referral to counseling services if needed.
Religious & Cultural Needs: Staff will accommodate religious practices and cultural preferences.
5. Safety and Fall Prevention
Home Modifications: Installation of grab bars, non-slip mats, and adequate lighting in living areas.
Supervision: Staff will monitor movement to prevent falls and assist with transfers.
Emergency Call System: Resident will have access to a call button or alert system for emergencies.
6. Family and Resident Preferences
Personal Preferences: [List preferences regarding daily routine, meals, and activities.]
Family Involvement: Family members will be encouraged to participate in care and visits based on the resident’s wishes.
Plan Approval
Resident Signature: __________________________
Family Representative Signature: __________________________
Care Coordinator Signature: __________________________
Date: [Insert Date]
This care plan will be reviewed regularly and updated as needed based on the resident’s condition and preferences.
