Exam 2 Part 5 Flashcards
Present unrelated string of words followed by distracter task; recite detail-heavy paragraph and ask to recall details
Short-term recall assessment
Individual is assigned a number that indicates level of arousal based on the presence or absence of certain behaviors or response to stimuli
Coma scales
What are some examples of coma scales?
Glasgow coma scale, Los Amigos Levels of Cognitive Functioning, Adelaide Coma Scale commonly used for pediatrics
How do you assess orientation for people with TBI?
Asking simple questions
Determines the level and tracks changes of agitation over time
Agitated behavior scale
Assess the presence of verbal or physical aggression against others, oneself, or objects
Overt aggression scale
How important it is for me to learn about something
Saliency
What is the best score for Glasgow coma scale?
15
What is considered comatose in the Glasgow coma scale?
less than or equal to 8
What is considered unresponsive in the Glasgow Coma Scale?
3
What are some questions we may ask the caregiver if the patient has a TBI?
Stressors, support, what’s working, what’s not working, self-care
Includes time, financial status, physical status of the caregiver
Stressors
What are some cognitive rehabilitation goals?
Improve physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning, foster independence, facilitate communication integration, help to progress to independent functioning
What are some types of evidence based practice for treating TBI?
Functional patient centered goals, team approach, high therapy frequency, group/individual intervention
What are some ASHA based treatments for TBI?
Getting response to sensory stimuli, teaching family how to interact, maintaining attention, reduce confusion, work on social and problem solving skills
