GBS

Question 1

Who does GBS affect more?

Answer 1

affected equally

Question 2

Describe characteristics of GBS

Answer 2

autoimmune disease
no known cause
polyneuritis
demyelinating disease

Question 3

Do you use remediation or compensation for patients with GBS?

Answer 3

remediation because they can get better

Question 4

how does GBS present?

Answer 4

rapid progression, distal to proximal, symmetrical presentation, lack reflexes, involve sensory changes,

Question 5

During which stages is defined by stability with no further deterioration of status, but no recovery

Answer 5

plateau phase

Question 6

Describe the initial/acute phase

Answer 6

no physical decline-lasts 8 days

Question 7

describe the plateau phase

Answer 7

starts when there is no further deterioration, end when we dont see any chance of recovery (2weeks)

Question 8

Describe the recovery phase

Answer 8

starts when physical abilities increase, ends when symptoms decrease, typically 6 months

Question 9

When treating a patient with GBS what interventions would OT choose to complete?

Answer 9

splinting and positioning to reduce contracture, edu about use of a switch to push call, edu about mindful management strategies to reduce pain

Question 10

What is the most prevalent residual problem for individuals with GBS

Answer 10

fatigue

Question 11

What are some OT interventions in the recovery phase?

Answer 11

picking up laundry, gardening, tying shoes