Search for dissertations about: "stroke communication"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 41 swedish dissertations containing the words stroke communication.
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1. Communication about eating difficulties after stroke : from the perspectives of patients and professionals in health care
Abstract : Stroke is one of the major causes of eating difficulties (EDs). It is one of the leading causes of death and disability and one of the most important factors contributing to health-care costs. READ MORE
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2. Understanding Persons with Eating Difficulties and Communication Impairment after Stroke : Patients Experiences and Methodological Issues in Qualitative Interviews
Abstract : Difficulties with eating are common after stroke and are often associated with communication problems. Although numerous aspects of dysfunction have been identified, little is known about the experiences of living with eating difficulties after stroke. READ MORE
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3. Aphasia and Communication in Everyday Life : Experiences of persons with aphasia, significant others, and speech-language pathologists
Abstract : The aims of this thesis were to describe the experiences of persons with aphasia and their significant others of their conversations and use of communication strategies, examine current practice of family-oriented speech-language pathology (SLP) services, and test a family-oriented intervention in the early phase of rehabilitation.The persons with aphasia valued having conversations despite perceiving their aphasia as a serious social disability. READ MORE
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4. Functional communication and non-linguistic factors in severe aphasia : Associations and assessment
Abstract : Severe post-stroke aphasia implies impairment of the ability to speak and write, and impairments of language comprehension, severely restricting the communication of the individual. Intervention in severe aphasia often entails aiming for access to meaningful social interaction and participation, in spite of the linguistic impairments. READ MORE
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5. A standardised follow-up model to support people after stroke -Development and application using the post-stroke checklist
Abstract : Objectives: The need for a standardised follow-up has increased, as more people survive and live with stroke-related consequences. The Swedish national stroke guidelines recommend the use of the post-stroke checklist (PSC) to identify common health problems and provide guidance for further interventions. READ MORE