What are the evidence-based treatment protocols to manage fever, hyperglycaemia, and swallowing dysfunction in acute stroke?
Evidence-based treatment protocols to manage fever, hyperglycaemia, and swallowing dysfunction in acute stroke include cough reflex testing, dysphagia screening and intensified oral hygiene, staff-led interventions for improving oral hygiene, and interventions for dysphagia and nutritional support. Risk of stroke-associated pneumonia and oral hygiene also needs to be considered. Additionally, the effectiveness of intermittent pneumatic compression and European Stroke Organisation guidelines for prophylaxis for venous thromboembolism in immobile patients with acute ischaemic stroke need to be taken into account.