Question

Describe how you should set-up and handle a treatment room when treating an individual with traumatic brain injury.

Answer 1

Treating room of TBI (TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY);

Some general tips on how to care for a TBI include:

• Rest, rest, rest, and rest some more! This goes for both the caregiver and the sufferer of a TBI. Rest is critical to allow the body and brain time to repair and recover. Things that require little-to-no energy will be more difficult so it is important to rest and rest often.
• Keep prevention on the mind. Do not put your loved one in a situation that could cause another TBI or even a mild head injury.
• Check with your doctor first before resuming regular activity. Most injuries have a predictable path forward, but a TBI is unpredictable and hard to measure. Check with your doctor before engaging in any regular activity (i.e. driving, exercise, etc.).
• Avoid alcohol and smoking. Do not allow your loved one to drink any alcohol or smoke at any point. The impact could severely set-back any progress or do further damage to the brain.
• Keep a diary of daily activities. Keep track of the day-to-day for both the doctor’s benefit and your loved one to have a reference point. If possible, have them write down their daily routine so they recognize their handwriting.
• Discuss any and all medication with your doctor. Make sure to review whatever medication- whether prescribed and/or over-the-counter medicine- with your physician. You need to be extra careful and aware of what your loved one is taking.
• Use rehab if possible. You can do much of your daily care at home but consider using a rehabilitation center or service to help your loved one recover.

A variety of treatments can help promote recovery from the physical, emotional, and cognitive problems TBI may cause.
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Rehabilitation Therapies

• Physical therapy. ...
• Occupational therapy. ...
• Speech therapy. ...
• Psychological counseling. ...
• Vocational counseling. ...
• Cognitive therapy.