Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures).
What the common things that will happen when stroke occurs?
The effects of a stroke depend on several factors, including the location of the obstruction and how much brain tissue is affected. During the rehabilitative phase of a stroke patient, there is a very high chances for the patient to be bed-bound.
These following positions are very critical for every bed-bound stroke patient to prevent bed-sore.
Position should be changed every 2 to 4 hours to prevent skin breakdown and improved comfort
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