Table 2.

Summarised elements of the Fever, Hyperglycaemia (Sugar) Swallow (FeSS) Protocols

Fever (n=2) • Temperature readings monitored and recorded at least four times per day for the first 72 h • If temperature => 37.5°C treat with paracetamol or other anti-pyretic Sugar (Hyperglycaemia) (n=3) • Formal venous glucose on admission to Emergency Department or stroke service • Blood glucose level readings monitored and recorded at least four times per day for the first 48 h, to continue for 72 h if BGL unstable • If blood glucose level >10 mmol/L (180mg/dl) treat with insulin Swallowing (n=2) • Swallow screen or swallow assessment within 4 h of admission and prior to being given oral food, drink, or medications • Referral to speech pathologist for full assessment for those who fail the swallow screen