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Discharge Destination from a Rehabilitation Unit After Acute Ischemic Stroke.

Amalie Saab¹, Shiona Glass-Kaastra², Gordon Bryan Young³

¹Western University,London, Ontario,Canada.

The Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences. Le Journal Canadien Des Sciences Neurologiques

|February 12, 2019

Summary

Predictors for discharge destination in ischemic stroke patients were identified. Advanced age, bowel incontinence, and lack of a caregiver were key factors associated with discharge to long-term care (LTC) instead of home.

Keywords:

Stroke Stroke rehabilitation

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Area of Science:

Neurology
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Health Services Research

Background:

Ischemic stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability.
Discharge destination after stroke rehabilitation significantly impacts patient outcomes and healthcare resource utilization.
Identifying predictors of discharge destination is crucial for optimizing patient care and resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify variables statistically associated with discharge destination (home vs. long-term care) in ischemic stroke patients undergoing rehabilitation.
To determine key factors influencing the transition from inpatient stroke rehabilitation to home or long-term care settings.

Main Methods:

Retrospective chart review of ischemic stroke patients discharged from a rehabilitation unit (2005-2015).
Analysis of numerous variables for association with discharge destination (home vs. long-term care [LTC]).
Application of univariable and multivariable logistic regression models to identify significant predictors.

Main Results:

Univariate analysis revealed multiple predictors for LTC discharge, including advanced age, functional status decline, incontinence, caregiver absence, and cognitive impairment.
Multivariable logistic regression identified five significant predictors for LTC disposition: advanced age, bowel incontinence, pre-stroke residence outside the home, right hemisphere stroke, and absence of a caregiver.
Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scores and cognitive assessments (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) were also associated with discharge destination.

Conclusions:

Easily measurable variables significantly predict discharge to long-term care versus home after stroke rehabilitation.
These findings can aid clinicians in predicting discharge disposition and tailoring interventions for stroke survivors.
Understanding these predictors can inform discharge planning and support strategies for patients and caregivers.