NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness

This NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness is perfect if you're currently working in the health and social care sector and you want to develop your knowledge of strokes. During this course, you'll learn more about the different types of strokes and how to spot the signs and symptoms as well as their side effects. You will also learn why emergency response and treatment for stroke is so important and how you can support individuals affected by stroke.

Course Content

Qualification Number: 600/4762/8

Know what a stroke is

• Identify the changes in the brain associated with a stroke
• Outline other conditions that may be mistaken for a stroke
• Define the differences between stroke and transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

Know how to recognise a stroke

• List the signs and symptoms of stroke
• Identify the key stages of stroke
• Identify the assessment tests that are available to enable listing of the signs and symptoms
• Describe the potential changes that an individual may experience as the result of a stroke

Understand the management of risk factors for stoke

• State the prevalence of strokes in the UK
• Identify the common risk factors for a stroke
• Describe how risk factors may vary in different settings
• Define the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of a stroke and subsequent strokes

Understand the importance of emergency response and treatment for stroke

• Describe why a stroke is a medical emergency
• Describe the actions to be taken in response to an emergency stroke incident in line with agreed ways of working
• Identify the impact on the individual of the key stages of a stroke
• Identify the correct early positioning for airway management
• Identify the information that needs to be included in reporting relevant and accurate history of the incident

Understand the management of stroke

• Describe why effective stroke care is important to the management of a stroke
• Identify support available to individuals and others affected by a stroke
• Identify other agencies or resources to signpost individuals or others for additional support and guidance