Rehabilitation assessments for patients with stroke in Australian hospitals do not always reflect the patients' rehabilitation requirements

Abstract

Abstract Objectives To examine the frequency and factors associated with patients with stroke in Australian hospitals receiving documented rehabilitation assessments; to examine the criteria used when rehabilitation was not recommended; and to examine whether being assessed for rehabilitation affected access to rehabilitation. Design Retrospective medical record audit of patients with a diagnosis of stroke who were discharged consecutively between 2013 and 2014. Setting Acute care public hospitals. Participants Adults with stroke (N=333) receiving care in participating hospitals. Interventions Not applicable. Main Outcome Measure Documented assessment regarding patient suitability for rehabi..