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Communication and Behavioral Deficits - TBI Flashcards

1
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communication deficits

A

receptive aphasia

expressive aphasia

voice quality

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2
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receptive aphasia

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deficits w/ comprehension

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3
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expressive aphasia

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deficits w/ producing words

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4
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voice quality

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TBI = Trach

whisper

breathy voice

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5
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how do we treat someone w/ communication deficits

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speak clear, concise and directly to the pt

decrease noise in the environment

use visual cues. tactile cues &/or gestures

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behavioral/emotional impairments

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anxiety

depression

denial

liability

disinhibition

apathy

impulsiveness

irritability

agitation

sexual dysfxn

diminished social skills

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anxiety

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fear and anxiety are normal reactions to the unknown

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what may increase anxiety

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confusion

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what should we do to settle a pt with anxiety

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remind the pt what has happened

constantly reassure the pt

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10
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what may depression occur w/

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increased awareness

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denial

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pt will not acknowledge deficits caused by the brain injury

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what may a pt w/ denial do

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come up w/ excuses as to why an activity is not going right or is difficult

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liability

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unstable emotions

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what does someone w/ liability experience

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cry easily

laugh at wrong time

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hints to treating someone w/ liability

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ignore appropriate behavior

change topic

give many rest periods

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16
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disinhibition

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decreased self regulation

will say what is on their mind

17
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apathy

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flat affect

lack of interest in therapy

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impulsiveness

A

the pt will move or talk w/o thinking

little regard to safety

19
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hints to treating someone w/ impulsiveness

A

point of negative results of behavior

help person to think through a situation

praise good judgement

20
Q

irritability

A

decreased pt

over reactions

21
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when does irritability increase

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when pt is fatigued

22
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agitation

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aggression

the TBI’s pt world is no longer “normal” causing confusion and fearing leading to agitation

23
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what is a form of agitation

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restlessness

24
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what occurs if agitation continues

A

agitation

25
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sexual dysfxn

A

change in sexual interest

change in body image

change in sex drive

inappropriate sexual behavior

26
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what do sexual dysfxn changes lead to

A

may lead to problems w/ relationships and intimacy

27
Q

diminished social skills

A

pt focuses on self

decreased sensitivity to others

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