Rancho Los Amigos Flashcards
At what Ranchos level do you typically see LOCALIZED responses?
Cognitive level three (III), ie..be awake on and off during the day.
At what Ranchos Level do you typically see GENERALIZED responses?
Cognitive level two (II), ie..Begin to respond to sounds, sights, touch or movement
What are some characteristics of level four (IV) confused agitated phase? Factors to consider TX because of the behaviors?
Characteristics: not being able to concentrate, confused and frightened, over react to what he sees or hears. TX factors to consider: Restrain so they do not hurt themselves, may not understand that people are trying to help them, be highly focused on his basic needs.
what are some characteristics of a level six (VI) confused- appropriate phase? How are they advancing on level six as opposed to the lower levels?
Characteristics: somewhat confused, will remember main points of conversation, but forget and confuse details, can pay attention for 30 minutes, follow a schedule with assistance, know month and year.
TX solutions: repeat things and discuss events that happened during the day, chaining to start and continue activities. Encourage the pt to participate in all therapies
Before he had to be restrained and now he does not. His focus is better, knows the need to use the bathroom.
Differentiate b/t level eight (VIII) Purposeful and Appropriate and level five (V) Confused and Inappropriate Non-agitated
VIII they realize they have a problem in memory and begin to compensate, can be flexible and less ridged with thinking, ready for driving or job training evaluation.
