International Journal of Clinical Case Reports, 2025, Vol.15, No.3, 130-138 http://medscipublisher.com/index.php/ijccr 133 Feedback from caregivers can also highlight areas for improvement and inform the development of more effective dissemination methods. Effective dissemination of emergency care knowledge for cerebrovascular accidents in home environments is critical for improving patient outcomes. A combination of digital platforms, printed materials, and community-based training programs can enhance the knowledge and preparedness of non-medical individuals. Continuous evaluation and feedback are essential to refine these strategies and address existing knowledge gaps (Beqiri et al., 2019; Lin et al., 2019; Aregbesola et al., 2021). 4 Case Study: Knowledge Dissemination Strategies in a Rural Community Setting 4.1 Description of the selected community and their needs The selected rural community is characterized by limited access to specialized healthcare services, including emergency care for cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs). The community's healthcare infrastructure is primarily composed of small clinics and a single local hospital with limited resources. The population is predominantly elderly, with a high prevalence of risk factors for CVAs such as hypertension and diabetes. The community's needs include improved access to emergency care knowledge, enhanced healthcare provider training, and effective dissemination of information to both healthcare professionals and the general public to ensure timely and appropriate responses to CVAs. 4.2 Implemented knowledge dissemination methods and resources To address the community's needs, a multifaceted knowledge dissemination strategy was implemented. This included educational workshops, where interactive sessions were conducted for healthcare providers, focusing on the latest evidence-based practices for CVA management; these workshops were found to be more effective than noninteractive multimedia learning in improving knowledge retention among nurses (Dehghan et al., 2022). Telehealth services were introduced to provide remote consultations and support from specialists, which has been shown to improve clinical outcomes in rural emergency departments (Tsou et al., 2021). Community health campaigns were launched to educate the community about the signs and symptoms of CVAs and the importance of seeking immediate medical attention; these campaigns utilized social media and local radio stations to reach a wider audience, leveraging the benefits of social media in widening access to health information (Chapman et al., 2020). Printed materials and posters, including informational brochures, were distributed in community centers, clinics, and local businesses, providing step-by-step instructions on recognizing and responding to CVAs to improve health literacy and empower community members to act swiftly in emergencies. Additionally, capacity-building programs were developed to enhance the skills and competencies of local healthcare providers through simulation-based training and continuous professional development courses, which have been shown to be effective in improving clinical practice and patient outcomes (Ameh et al., 2019). 4.3 Outcomes and lessons learned from the community-based approach The implementation of these knowledge dissemination strategies led to several positive outcomes: healthcare providers in the community demonstrated significant improvements in their knowledge and skills related to CVA management, as evidenced by pre- and post-intervention assessments (Koota et al., 2021; Dehghan et al., 2022). The introduction of telehealth services facilitated timely consultations with specialists, leading to more accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans, which resulted in improved patient outcomes and reduced the need for patient transfers to distant hospitals (Figure 2) (Tsou et al., 2021). The community health campaigns successfully raised awareness about CVAs, leading to an increase in the number of individuals seeking immediate medical attention when experiencing symptoms; this was particularly effective in reaching ethnic minorities and lower socioeconomic groups (Chapman et al., 2020). The capacity-building programs not only improved the immediate skills of healthcare providers but also established a foundation for ongoing professional development, ensuring the sustainability of the knowledge dissemination efforts and providing a model that could be scaled to other rural communities (Ameh et al., 2019; Ruiz-Pérez et al., 2019). The case study highlights the effectiveness of a multifaceted approach to knowledge dissemination in a rural community setting. By combining educational workshops, telehealth services, community health campaigns,
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