Speech Therapy
Who is our Speech Language Pathologist?
Briana !
Who is our occupational therapist?
Britany !
Who is our physical Therapist?
REX
Which staff member is from Guam?
Shyan
A stroke can damage the part of the brain that controls the signals to the muscles. If that happens, you may experience ___
Spasticity, or an abnormal increase in muscle tone.
AKA Tight Muscles
What is executive function?
Planning, organizing, sequencing, self-monitoring, goal setting problem solving
Define ADL
Activities of Daily Living
Define ambulate
to walk about or move from place to place.
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Name 3 of 5 stroke symptoms
2. Eyes
3.Face
4. Arms or Leg weakness
5.Speech
Name 2 attention enhancing strategies
1.reducing background noise
2.do one thing at a time
3.take breaks
4.check your work
5.turn off devices
What does fine motor mean
Small precise movements in the hand or fingers.
Name two types of canes
single point cane- quad cane- narrow base cane- wide base cane
What is the name of the facility we are currently in?
NCEP - Nevada community enrichment program
What type of stroke occurs when a weakened blood vessel ruptures?
Hemorrhagic Stroke
Name 3 memory strategies
1.use a Calander
2.writing things down
3.associations
4.taking pictures
5.use categories
6.use your phone
Name an adaptive equipment device an OT might provide to assist you with daily activities of life
extended sponge handle, dressing stick, Reacher, extended shoehorn, sock aid, built-up handle utensils,
a specialized type of orthotic device designed to support and stabilize the foot and ankle region. These braces are typically made from materials such as plastic, carbon fiber, or metal and are worn on the lower leg to provide the necessary support and correct alignment for various foot and ankle conditions.
An ankle-foot orthosis (AFO)
Which staff member is from Chicago
AMBER
What type of stroke occurs when a vessel supplying the blood to the brain is obstructed?
Ischemic stroke
What are the 3 compensatory speech strategies ?
1.Over annunciate
2.speak loudly
3.peak slowly
True or False: Occupational Therapy got its name for its ability to help people find jobs
FALSE: Occupational therapy is called occupational therapy because it focuses on helping individuals perform daily activities or occupations that are meaningful and necessary for their well-being and independence.
Name two of the major leg muscles involved with walking
Hamstring- quadricep- gluteus maximus- calf muscles -hip flexor- gastrocnemius- soleus-
How many pet rats does Brit have?
4
Ways to prevent a stroke? Name 3
Maintain BP- Quit smoking- Maintain blood glucose levels- stay active- eat healthy