Using the mnemonic ‘brain attack’ in the management of acute stroke
Anne Rowat Lecturer in nursing studies, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh
Barbara Steele Lecturer in nursing studies, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh
Billie Morrow Charge nurse, Acute Stroke Unit, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
In the acute phase of stroke, the brain is particularly vulnerable to complications, which may reduce the potential for neuronal recovery and the success of rehabilitation. Nurses are best placed to provide early and rapid intervention following stroke to save lives and reduce the damage caused. This article outlines common problems in the acute phase of stroke and uses the mnemonic ‘brain attack’ to help guide nurses in the management of patients with stroke.
Nursing Standard.
24, 6, 50-57.
doi: 10.7748/ns2009.10.24.6.50.c7324
Correspondence
a.rowat@napier.ac.uk
Peer review
This article has been subject to double blind peer review
Want to read more?
Already have access? Log in
or
3-month trial offer for £5.25/month
Subscribe today and save 50% on your first three months
RCNi Plus users have full access to the following benefits:
- Unlimited access to all 10 RCNi Journals
- RCNi Learning featuring over 175 modules to easily earn CPD time
- NMC-compliant RCNi Revalidation Portfolio to stay on track with your progress
- Personalised newsletters tailored to your interests
- A customisable dashboard with over 200 topics
Subscribe
Alternatively, you can purchase access to this article for the next seven days.
Buy now
Are you a student? Our student subscription has content especially for you.
Find out more
