title: Mental status and behavioral changes in the early postacute phase of care.
abstract: Neurocognitive sequelae of stroke create a significant impact on the patient and frequently disrupt recovery from the physical manifestations. This article strives to review types of neurocognitive changes after stroke and discuss the underlying pathophysiology. Management options are presented for the diverse changes that may be encountered.
authors.affiliation: NeuroTrauma Unit, Loma Linda University and Medical Center and Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation, Loma Linda, California, USA.
authors.forename: Lori A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Shutter
authors.forename: Jon Erik
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Ween