STROKE-MEMORY DEFICIT MANAGEMENT

SUMMARY

1. External memory aids: diaries, notes, picture books with labels, posters on the wall with instructions and labels, electronic diaries (iPads & smart phone apps) & regular reminders, personal memory wallets

2. Cues and prompts

3. Mnemonic strategies

4. Expanded rehearsal and spaced retrieval

Reference(s)

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Hannaman, R. A., Bullock, L., Hatchell, C. A., & Yoffe, M. (2016). Internal medicine review core curriculum, 2017-2018. CO Springs, CO: MedStudy.
Therapeutic Guidelines. Melbourne: Therapeutic Guidelines Limited. https://www.tg.org.au [Accessed 2021].