Can a 90 year old recover from a stroke?

Stroke is prevalent in elderly individuals, with 66% of hospitalized cases being people over the age of 65. Many stroke survivors are able to recover functional independence over time, but 25% are left with a minor disability and 40% experience moderate-to-severe disabilities.

How long can 90 year old massive stroke victim survive with just an IV for comfort?

How long can 90 year old massive stroke victim survive with just an IV for comfort? My father’s lady friend had a massive stroke, can’t swallow, left side paralyzed. She had a nasal feeding tube that was to be removed today and is only going to have IV for comfort.

When did my 90 year old mother stop drinking?

My 90 year old mother stopped eating, drinking very little. My 90 year old mother went into a care home in September, just 10 mins drive away from me after living with me for the last 3 years. After going there for respite twice, after a talk with her social worker, she decided she wanted to stay there for the rest of her days.

How is my mum doing after a stroke?

Hugs to all your family. This field is required. my mum had a severe stroke 3 months ago and is still in hospital . She cannot swallow and is being fed through a nasal tube. Doctors want to move the tube to the stomach so she can be moved from hospital into a home. She mostly sleeps and seems very weak, but sometimes she says the odd word.

How did my 90 year old mother die?

Mum refused the medicine for 24 hours then finally took it and recovered – hence I don’t think she will go to hospital. I have looked up the signs of dying, sadly, as it did occur to me that this might be the beginning of the end.

How to treat mini stroke in the elderly?

By getting evaluation very fast and getting treatment as soon as symptoms are experienced in an emergency room or clinics that are designed to handle mini-stroke symptoms. This works well at minimizing the occurrence of a full-blown stroke. Mini-stroke recovery doesn’t take long.

Is it possible for mother in law to recover from stroke?

Your mother-in-law continues to need treatment, and in fact will benefit from having a long term home exercise plan in place even after discontinuing therapy delivered by a healthcare professional. Stroke recovery for many is a lifelong process. Some will be in and out of therapy over the course of their lifetime.

How long can a 95 year old stroke patient live in hospice?

She ate VERY well, and generally walked around the house and danced it off daily until one Sunday morning, 15 days before she died. That morning she went from walking independently to not being able to even stand. She barely spoke.