CriticalMindAI — NeuroICU Training Center
Module 6: Bridge to Stroke Recovery & Rehab
0.33 CME credits · Estimated 20 minutes · Developed in collaboration with Brynn Previti
Bridging NeuroICU care to rehabilitation services after TPUG placement. Covers rehab readiness milestones, ICU-to-AIR and LTACH transitions, PT/OT/SLP/case management coordination, and aligning family expectations with realistic recovery timelines.
Learning Objectives
- Identify rehab readiness milestones post-TPUG
- Coordinate transitions from ICU to acute inpatient rehabilitation and LTACH
- Engage PT, OT, SLP, and case management early in the pathway
- Align family expectations with evidence-based recovery timelines
Transition Destinations
- Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation (AIR): ≥3 hours therapy/day capacity, medically stable, motivated participation
- Long-Term Acute Care (LTACH): Ongoing ventilator weaning or complex medical needs
- Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF): Lower therapy intensity with continued skilled nursing
Related Resources
- Rehab Readiness Assessment — structured transition tool
- AI Billing & Rehab Placement — payer authorization
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