TBI Flashcards
Outcomes related to TBI will vary depending on all the following EXCEPT: Location of the brain to which the injury occurred; socio-economic status of the victim; age of the victim; length of any coma
Socio-economic status of the victim
Which professional helps develop the student’s muscle strength and stamina and use of big muscle groups?
Physical Therapist
What are the two broad types of head injuries under IDEA?
Open and closed
Which professional helps the student develop the ability to complete daily living skills and strengthen the ability to use small muscles in skills like handwriting?
Occupational therapist
Which of the following events causes death from TBI more than any other?
Auto accidents
Which of the following violates the principles of universal design as related to supporting students with TBI?
- Deliver course content in smaller increments
- Allow the student to respond to smaller chunks of information
- Correct student errors at the conclusion of class to avoid embarrassment
- Allow varying amounts of think time for the student
Correct student errors at the conclusion of class to avoid embarrassment
According to its IDEA definition, what kind of force cause TBI?
External physical force
The child’s age at the time of the injury significantly affects cognitive functioning and rehabilitation prospects. (True/False)
True
Without proper therapy, muscles of TBI patients may atrophy. (True/False)
True
Justin, who has TBI, has an IEP involving many professionals. After his car accident at age 16, he had significant delays in physical coordination. Based just on this brief synopsis, which of the following professionals would be least likely to be on Justin’s IEP team?
- Speech language therapist, occupational therapist, school social worker, physical therapist
School social worker
