intro to adult Flashcards
role of PT in neuro
maintain participation prevent complications reverse impairments if possible adapt to impairments evidence based searches
General guidelines of neurological assessment
gather initial data observe communicate impariment assesment functional act assessment
safety tip OSCE
dont assume they are intact
PREPARE THE SITUATION before you think they are ok
Look at mobility order
whats SMARTER
specific measurable achievable relevent timeline
evaluate
readjust
3 aspects of planning a neurological rehab
functional potential, client/PT goal, evidence based PT intervention
whats recovery
no compensation , full recovery
whats compensation
no change in recovery
predicting recovery
Respiratory status PROM Motivation Cognition therapy schedule Early activation
Regular re evaluation
Prevention of secondary copmlicaitons
potential to return to home depends on
finances, motivation, modifications at home, local services, motor capability
recovery dependent on
extent of CNS damage
pharmacological interventions
functional improvements (MSK, behaviour compensation, neuroplasticity etc)