EVAL
line bisection- used as a method of determining unilateral neglect
block assembly- used to evaluate constructional apraxia
proverb
... [Show More] interpretation- evals pts ability to think abstractly
overlapping figures- test figure-ground discrimination
ability to recall events from ones distant past is
remote memory (question about a pts recall of childhood events)
retention is determined by
giving the pt info and asking the same info a few minutes later
flexor withdrawal reflex is characterized by
flexion of an extremity in response to painful stimulus
many children who use an excessively tight grip on the writing tool and press too hard with the pencil on paper have poor prop awareness (somatosensory)
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GROUP
activities used in eval groups should require group collaboration that can be done in approx. 45 min and emphasize process rather than end product
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general guidelines for sensation testing
-pt vision should be occluded
-stimuli should be randomly applied w/ intermingled false stimuli
-a practice trial should be performed before the test
-the unaffected side or area should be tested before the affected side or area
-the pt should be given a specified amt of time in which to respond
with a median nerve injury, the ulnar side of the hand is the uninvolved side and should be tested first:
apply the stimuli beginning at the little finger and progress toward the thumb
an aesthesiometer measures
two point discrimination
a pinch meter measures
thumb to finger pinch strength in all available positions
8 month old
creep, pull to stand, put objects into containers, and respond to the word "no"
does NOT understand object permanence, cruise, or demonstrate a pincer grasp
corrected age when corrected for prematurity is calculated by
subtracting the number of weeks of prematurity from the chronological age
The rehabilitative approach
Emphasizes making an individual as independent as possible, compensates for limitations, and incorporates the use of adaptive equipment
The neurodevelopmental approach is used for individuals who are born with a
Central nervous system dysfunction, have experienced an illness, or have had an injury to the neural system. It is based on using sensory input and developmental sequences to promote function. Evaluation focuses on tone, reflex development, and automatic reactions.
The model of human occupation recognizes
The human performance is organized and directed by physician, habituation, and mind brain body subsystems. This model emphasizes the importance of habits, values, roles, interests, and personal causation
Standing to the side of the patient is recommended environmental modifications for
Highly aggressive and hostile behavior risks
Providing real life activities in a stimulating environment has been found to be helpful with
Reducing some delusions
Meal preparation is grated from cold to hot foods or beverages, and from simple to multiple steps
1 accessing a prepared meal such as opening a thermos or unwrapping a sandwich
2 pour a glass of juice or other cold beverage prepare a cold sandwich prepare cold meals
3 prepare a hot beverage or food one dish meal
4 prepare hot multi dish meals
Child will correctly identify five out of five shades drawn on the dorsum of her hand
Demonstrates graphesthesia
The sensory integration treatment approach which aims to improve the reception and processing of sensory information within the central nervous system, uses vestibular stimulation and gross motor exercise. This approach involves the use of pleasurable activities that don't require conscious attention to movement
And is best suited to individuals with chronic schizophrenia who have proprioceptive deficits
Environmental modification is most appropriate for individuals with
Cognitive disabilities
Don't forget that control develops cephalocaudally,
Meaning head to toes
During the acute stage, when Byrne wins are partial or full thickness in nature, maintenance of joint range of motion and skin mobility is the primary goals intervention
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