Concussion/mTBI Flashcards
1
Q
What are some signs of a concussion?
A
unequal pupils, drowsiness, worsening headaches, repeated nausea/vomitting
2
Q
What is OT role with a patient with mTBI
A
IADLs, work, relationships
3
Q
Describe 3 major areas to address with mTBI
A
signs/smptoms to look for
support services
reducing cognitive load, enviornmental modifications
4
Q
describe some strategies OT can use for emotional regulation?
A
taking a walk, music, painting, cleaning, journaling, exercise
5
Q
What is the intervention used for mTBI?
A
CO-OP
6
Q
How would we help someone with a mTBI get better sleep?
A
routine, sleep mask, white noise, dark room,
7
Q
If a patient has a mTBI who might an OT make a referral too?
A
neuropsychology, vocational rehab
