Patient's perception
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Be aware of timing of DQ: may be a bit brutal early in recovery. Bear in mind that 50% of ppl with a stroke will experience depression and may find it hard to talk about the things the DQ brings up.
Alternative options:
1) CDP (Byng, Swinburn)
More aphasia friendly (better layout, large text c. pictures), also less brutal.
More aphasia friendly (better layout, large text c. pictures), also less brutal.
2) VASES: (Khalsa + Leutenburg)
Visual Analogue Self Esteem Scale.
Much briefer, more appropriate for abilities of someone early in recovery. Can indicate need for monitoring / referral for investigation of possible depression (does not diagnose)
