CBIS Evaluation Criteria 2

Question 1

Which standardized tool is most appropriate for assessing functional independence in daily activities after a traumatic brain injury?

Accepted Answer

Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

Answer

The FIM measures functional independence across motor and cognitive domains in daily activities for rehabilitation populations including TBI.

Question 2

During a CBIS evaluation, a patient scores a 3 on the Rancho Los Amigos Scale. Which behavior best characterizes this level?

Accepted Answer

Localized response to stimuli

Answer

Level III (Localized Response) is characterized by inconsistent but purposeful reactions to specific stimuli.

Question 3

What does the Disability Rating Scale (DRS) primarily measure in brain injury rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Overall level of disability from coma to community reintegration

Answer

The DRS tracks the full spectrum of recovery from coma through return to productive activity in the community.

Question 4

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:

Accepted Answer

Reduced cognitive reserve under environmental demand

Answer

Increased environmental demands expose limitations in cognitive reserve common after TBI, particularly in attention and processing speed.

Question 5

Which evaluation approach best captures functional communication deficits after a TBI?

Accepted Answer

Functional Assessment of Communication Skills (FACS)

Answer

The FACS assesses real-world communication across social, basic needs, reading/writing, and daily planning domains.

(CBIS) Certified Brain Injury Specialist Practice Test

(CBIS) Certified Brain Injury Specialist Practice Test

CBIS Evaluation Criteria 2