E15: Participation in community

Those affected by stroke are enabled to live a full life in the community.

Key: e = element | k = knowledge | s = skill


Knowledge and understanding of…

e15k_1:
the assessment and management of the physiological, neurological, and psychological effects of stroke and how they affect community participation
e15k_2:
the full range of local and national resources and services available for those affected by stroke - particularly those relating to social participation, vocation, education, recreation, and peer support, to support sustained inclusion - including: health, social, voluntary, and independent; how to facilitate access and length of referral time
e15k_3:
the range of potential impacts of stroke on the patient, carer, and family, the need to assess these, and assessment methods
e15k_4:
the implications of stroke for lifestyle; driving; occupation, including voluntary work or education; and social participation
e15k_5:
the range of methods, resources, and approaches available to facilitate communication with those affected by stroke

Skills and ability to...

e15s_1:
assess, discuss, and review goal-setting and outcomes with those affected by stroke
e15s_2:
monitor progress and agree or change a maintenance or management plan in conjunction with those affected by stroke
e15s_3:
plan appropriate assessments and treatments in relation to community participation
e15s_4:
Identify need and when to refer for more specialist or differing treatments where necessary
e15s_5:
identify the full range of local and national resources and services available to facilitate participation and inclusion for those affected by stroke; assess their relevance and suitability for the patient, carer, and family; liaise with services, working across agencies and sharing information where appropriate; communicate referral arrangements, availability and waiting times
e15s_6:
use individual commissioning