TBI: OT Intervention - Acute Phase Pt 2

Question 1

Sensory stimulation: The client’s level of awareness can be monitored by _____

Family and caregiver education begins immediately because the family can assist with sensory regulation, positioning, and ROM needs

Answer 1

stimulating arousal with controlled sensory input

Question 2

Agitation is common during

Answer 2

the medically unstable acute phase

Question 3

Behavior management strategies are useful for

Answer 3

Avoiding reinforcing inappropriate behavior while allowing medically necessary treatments to occur

Question 4

Tracking arousal and alertness is important to establish _____ .

Answer 4

a method of communication

Question 5

A _____ system is generally the starting point for communication and is possible using eye blinks, head nods, or discernible motor movements

Answer 5

yes–no

Question 6

Family and caregiver education begins ____ during the acute TBI intervention phase.

Answer 6

immediately

Question 7

The family can assist with (3 things) if provided proper education from OT

Answer 7

sensory regulation, positioning, and ROM needs

Question 8

The family can assist with (3 things) if provided proper education from the OT

Answer 8

sensory regulation, positioning, and ROM needs