CBIS Exam Study Guide Correct Questions & Answers!!

Dementia - ANSWERSMust be coupled with a functional limitation in everyday life due to the cognitive change PPCS - ANSWERSAlways includes neuropsychological assessment, psychiatric history, psychological response to previous injuries, available support system, and current coping skills Disorders of consciousness - ANSWERSComa, vegetative, persistent vegetative, minimally conscious MTBI represents - ANSWERS75% of all TBIs in the US MTBI symptoms resolve... - ANSWERSMost symptoms resolve in 2-4 weeks CTE - ANSWERSA rare progressive degenerative condition of the central nervous system. Diffuse axonal injury causes release of tau proteins. Blood Brain Barrier - ANSWERSAt the vascular level harmful substances cannot pass through the membrane to harm the brain and it has its own glial cells that serve as its own immune defense and garbage disposal Aspiration - ANSWERSFood, liquid, or vomit inhaled into thw lungs can result in pneumonia or other respiratory infections Pressure Sores - ANSWERSCaused by inadequate pressure relief, prolonged positioning on one's side or buttocks, shearing of skin, casts, infections, incontinence, and poor nutrition Sleep Disturbances - ANSWERS30-70% of individuals with TBI report issues and Persistent sleep difficulties may worsen over time after injury.