Table 4 Types of referrals for post stroke management seen at primary care
Referrals | N | % |
|---|---|---|
Patients referred for transfer of care from tertiary hospital to health centre (No further follow-up at Neurology or Physician Clinic) | 52/59 | 88.1% |
Patients referred for further monitoring in a shared care approach (i.e. with simultaneous follow-up at Neurology/Physician Clinic) | 40/59 | 67.8% |
Patients under FMS* care diagnosed as stroke | 38/59 | 64.4% |
Patients referred for further management by health care team (incl. nurses, Medical Assistants, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapists etc.) | 33/59 | 55.9% |
Patients and/or carers requested for FMS intervention for stroke care | 26/59 | 44.1% |