Perceptual Processes Flashcards
Why does neglect occur only on L side?
R parietal lobe controls both sides
with a R sided lesion, no bidirectional control, L only “sees R
What is extra personal neglect?
occurring in larger/far space
hitting walls, doors
What is it called when someone ignores things happening in their near space?
peripersonal neglect which can include food on plate, side of clock
What kind of neglect would it be when someone neglects a limb or only shaves one side of their body?
personal neglect
What kind of neglect is it when a person only sees half of an object?
allocentric neglect or object centered
What is it called when you bring something into the visual field on both R/L and the pt only sees one side?
extinction
What is an assessment that deciphers neglect?
Catherine Bergago Scale (CBS) which is a 10 item checklist - personal and peri personal
What is a peri personal neglect assessment?
Indented paragraph test
Clock drawing
Line Bisection
Name an assessment that is valid and reliable for assessing USN?
Star Cancellation, norm is 54-56
What is an assessment used to determine extra personal neglect?
Point to Objects
What are some examples of interventions to address neglect?
modifying environment with anchors, timer on affected side, Awareness Training
What is it called when a pt is unaware of how to properly use an object?
Ideational apraxia
What is it called when pt may appear to be clumsy or uncoordinated but does not demo strength deficits?
Ideomotor apraxia
