Home Care After Stroke

Feb 20, 2021

After rehabilitation, about 60% of stroke patients can take care of themselves in daily life at the end of the first year.Only 5% patients  need full help. Therefore, after a stroke patient discharged from the hospital, the family needs to provide adequate understanding and support to help him recover his life functions to the greatest extent.

1.Give more love and patience

The sequelae of stroke can cause great physical and psychological trauma to patients, such as anxiety, anger, and even world-weariness,especially for those who are at the peak of their careers and are relatively young.

Family members should fully understand the stroke patient’s eagerness to return to work and life, tell him the development of the disease, guide him to exercise rationally, adjust his diet and living habits, and give him confidence and expectations for life. These patients have fewer underlying diseases, are relatively young, and have a relatively high social level. Coupled with strong subjective willingness, if they can exercise scientifically and manage their health, the recovery will be relatively good. And the possibility of returning to work or life is very high.

2.Create a healthy family environment 

The onset of stroke is often accompanied by risk factors. Therefore, it is necessary to intervene in some long-term bad habits or factors during the rehabilitation process. Creating a family environment that is conducive to physical and mental health, such as a relaxed and happy family atmosphere, promoting low-salt and low-fat nutritious diets, and sports-loving habits, can strengthen the patient’s awareness of rehabilitation, help correct bad habits, and help functional recovery.

3.Enhance family protection awareness 

After a stroke, there are many sequelae such as inflexible legs and feet, and it is easy to fall. Therefore, the accumulation of debris should be minimized at home, the ground should be kept dry and non-slip, and guardrails can be installed beside the bed or in the toilet if conditions permit. In addition, stroke patients should wear non-slip shoes instead of slippers. The family should also teach the patient how to get up after a fall, so as to reduce their fear of falling and the injury after a fall.