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Healthcare Professionals´ Experiences with Rehabilitation Practices for Patients with Cognitive Impairment after Stroke in North Norway: A Qualitative Study

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  • A. Anniken Bogstrand, UiT The Arctic University of Norway
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  • Astrid Gramstad, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Norge
  • Audny Anke, University Hospital of North Norway, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, University of Oslo, Norge
  • Henriette Holm Stabel
  • Cathrine Arntzen, University Hospital of North Norway, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Norge

Background and Aim. Cognitive impairment is a common consequence following stroke. Previous research shows differences in rehabilitation services supporting physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs. The aim of the current study was to explore health professionals' experiences with service provision for patients with mild and moderate cognitive impairment after stroke in a North Norwegian context. Methods. A focus group interview with clinicians, coordinators, and leaders involved in stroke survivors' rehabilitation trajectories was conducted. The group consisted of a strategic selection of participants with diverse professional backgrounds from specialist and primary healthcare services. The transcribed material was analyzed thematically using systematic text condensation based on an inductive, interpretive approach. Results. We found that patients with mild and moderate cognitive impairment after stroke were characterized as a neglected group in rehabilitation services and that neglect was related to both structural and professional issues. First, neglect seemed partly related to the availability of existing healthcare services, which mainly followed up on physical challenges after stroke. Second, cognitive rehabilitation seemed to be less prioritized than other health services, and the established interdisciplinary municipality teams did not seem prepared to follow-up on cognitive issues. Finally, at a professional level, the study reveals the need for building competence in cognitive rehabilitation and having services available in the long run. Conclusion. The study demonstrates the need to increase knowledge concerning cognitive rehabilitation and how rehabilitation trajectories and services should be organized to fulfil stroke survivors' and carers' long-term needs.

OriginalsprogEngelsk
Artikelnummer089862
TidsskriftRehabilitation Research and Practice
Vol/bind2022
Antal sider9
ISSN2090-2867
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StatusUdgivet - sep. 2022

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