Professional Information
Orthoptic assessment of stroke survivors requires careful questioning and observation skills to elicit the various facets of visual impairment that may occur. The extended role professional practice guidelines provide information on assessment of stroke survivors, neurological impairment and visual field assessment: all of which are directly relevant to stroke assessment.
http://www.orthoptics.org.uk/orthoptists/info-orthoptists
BIOS has issued a statement about the roles and responsibilities of Orthoptists involved in the stroke care pathway. This also includes details of workforce development required to improve stroke care. The statement aims to focus development and allow each profession a greater understanding of others with whom they work.
http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Healthcare/Stroke/DH_081389
The Department of Health launched the National Stroke Strategy in December 2007.
The Royal College of Physicians Intercollegiate stroke working party have published the third edition of their stroke guidelines. It provides information on what should be delivered in stroke care, the organisation of this care and promoting improved quality of care.
http://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/pubs/brochure.aspx?e=250
The Stroke Association provides information directed at professionals working with stroke survivors. This includes information on policy updates, relevant articles and resources and quality assurance plus training and development information.
http://www.stroke.org.uk/professionals/index.html
Chest, Heart and Stroke, Scotland are an organisation that provide information on resources specific to Scotland including their stroke strategy and care pathway details.
http://www.chss.org.uk/stroke/