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Stroke and TIA Vital Signs
Frequently asked questions now available
The final version of the Stroke and TIA Vital Signs frequently asked questions (FAQ) can now be downloaded here. Please note, this FAQ document has been updated on 20 November 09.
Many thanks to all that have contributed to the development of these over previous weeks. A number of different clinical and pathway scenarios, and individual points of clarity have now been addressed to aid in the interpretation of the vital signs monitoring return guidance. However, several guiding principles have also been established based on the feedback that has been given to date:
- The FAQ does not deal with clinical issues (e.g. what is the definition of a stroke unit? or what blood tests should patients be given?) Those questions are addressed in the relevant guidance such as the RCP's National Clinical Guideline for Stroke (third edition) and The National Stroke Strategy.
- A revised version of the full Vital Signs Monitoring Return guidance for stroke has been published. If you are in doubt about whether you are using the latest version, please download it again. Among other changes, the revised version contains clearer information about TIA clinics.
- Patients should always be cared for in the most appropriate clinical setting irrespective of the requirements of the stroke vital signs.
- This guidance, like The Stroke Strategy itself, applies and refers to adult patients only.
Rehabilitation and beyond; Progressing along the Stroke Pathway
Tuesday 13 October 2009
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the NHS Stroke Improvement Programme's seventh educational event 'Rehabilitation and beyond' on Tuesday 13 October 09 at the Grand Connaught Rooms, Covent Garden, London.
Presentations from the event are now available here.
Date for the diary – 04 February 2010
Stroke Improvement Programme second learning event
Building on our first national learning event ‘Delivering the national stroke strategy – a practical improvement journey’ in April 2009, the Stroke Improvement Programme will be holding their second national learning event on Thursday 04 February 2010.
The event will be held in central London and will provide practical, innovative and up-to-the-minute information and advice on improving stroke and TIA services. Further information will be circulated in our bulletin and our website soon.
Atrial fibrillation in primary care: making an impact on stroke prevention national priority project final summaries. The document aims to capture the final summary of their individual approach, lessons learned, improvements to practice and quality outcomes, also sharing tools and resources developed to enable other health communities to drive this agenda forward. Click HERE to download the document.
What is the Stroke Improvement Programme?
The Stroke Improvement Programme (SIP) was set up to provide national support for local improvement of stroke and TIA services. It is an NHS initiative to support the development of Stroke Care Networks and the implementation of the National Stroke Strategy.
In addition to the programme of support and development for Stroke Care Networks, SIP provides regular educational events and conferences, and undertakes national improvement projects. SIP provides a wide range of expertise on how to begin, manage and sustain service improvements that benefit patients and staff. SIP works closely with the Department of Health, the Stroke Association, and other organisations working in the stroke field.