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Vision changes after stroke — field cuts, neglect, and rehab strategies (Advanced)

Advanced course on post-stroke vision issues: field cuts, double vision, neglect, safety risks, and rehab strategies (OT/neuro-optometry concepts)

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, Clinician, SurvivorAdvanced30 minStandard (9–12)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Differentiate common post-stroke vision problems (field cuts, diplopia, neglect)
  • Implement safety strategies at home and outdoors
  • Use rehab strategies (scanning, cues) and referral pathways
  • Know urgent red flags (new vision loss, severe headache)

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. Neglect is an attention problem, not just an eye problem.

Question 2

2. A safety strategy is…

Question 3

3. An urgent red flag is…