General Brain injury Information
Why is it more important to avoid alcohol/drugs after a brain injury?
It affects your brain differently-is more dangerou.
What is cognitive fatigue?
When your brain gets "tired", due to overstimulation
What does the MSKTC on the presentation refer to?
Spiral bound book
Name 2 causes of a Traumatic Brain Injury
fall, car accident, firearm injury, sports, etc...
Name 3 sources of brain stimulation
light, sound, other people, TV, music, conversation, therapy, any activity
What local group provides a mentor for 2 years, to help you through the recovery/rehab process?
Brain Injury Alliance of Utah
Name 2 causes of Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
stroke, tumor, aneurysm, infection, anoxia/hypoxia, toxic/chemical, metabolic
What is the best way to manage cognitive fatigue?
Plan ahead and prevent it.
Where does the local support group meet?
Provo-BYU
Why shouldn't you drive after having a brain injury?
Huge safety risk - cognition, vision, attention, processing speed, reaction time, etc...
Name 2 ways to modify your environment, to decrease cognitive stimulation.
Turn off tv, move to another room, turn off music, decrease the number of people/visitors, etc...
What program provides an alert/sticker on your ID?
Utah Invisible Condition program
How is a brain injury different than "an acute event" or other bodily injuries?
It is considered "chronic"-not just from the injury to healed, but progresses in stages, over time.
When does the brain heal?
While sleeping/resting