Evaluation Criteria Flashcards
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Which standardized tool is most appropriate for assessing functional independence in daily activities after a traumatic brain injury?
Answer: Functional Independence Measure (FIM)
The FIM measures functional independence across motor and cognitive domains in daily activities for rehabilitation populations including TBI.
During a CBIS evaluation, a patient scores a 3 on the Rancho Los Amigos Scale. Which behavior best characterizes this level?
Answer: Localized response to stimuli
Level III (Localized Response) is characterized by inconsistent but purposeful reactions to specific stimuli.
What does the Disability Rating Scale (DRS) primarily measure in brain injury rehabilitation?
Answer: Overall level of disability from coma to community reintegration
The DRS tracks the full spectrum of recovery from coma through return to productive activity in the community.
A CBIS specialist notes that a client's scores on attention tasks decline sharply in noisy environments compared to quiet settings. This finding most likely reflects:
Answer: Reduced cognitive reserve under environmental demand
Increased environmental demands expose limitations in cognitive reserve common after TBI, particularly in attention and processing speed.
Which evaluation approach best captures functional communication deficits after a TBI?
Answer: Functional Assessment of Communication Skills (FACS)
The FACS assesses real-world communication across social, basic needs, reading/writing, and daily planning domains.
When evaluating post-TBI fatigue, which element is most critical to document?
Answer: Triggers, duration, and impact on daily function
Functional fatigue assessment requires understanding what precipitates it, how long it lasts, and how it limits participation.
A CBIS specialist uses the Supervision Rating Scale (SRS) during evaluation. What is the primary purpose of this instrument?
Answer: To quantify the level of supervision needed for safe community living
The SRS measures supervision requirements across 13 levels from independent living to full-time 1:1 supervision.
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