AIMS
To be able to provide effective care for those with Acquired Brain Injuries
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will
- Understand how ABIs are defined
- Know how ABIs are categorised
- Be aware of Post Traumatic Amnesia
- Understand the different forms of reduced awareness states
- Be aware of the symptoms of concussion
- Know the signs of complications of concussions
- Be aware of the types of Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Know how TBIs can progress
- Be aware of common forms of ABIs
- Be aware of the common long-lasting effects of an ABI
- Know how to support those with ABIs
LESSONS AND TOPICS
What are Acquired Brain Injuries?
- Definitions
- Categories of ABIs
Post-Traumatic Amnesia and Comas
- Post Traumatic Amnesia (PTA)
- Comas and Reduce Awareness States
Long Lasting Effects
- Emotional Effects
- Communication Problems
- Executive Functioning
- Hormonal Changes
- Memory
- Physical Problems
Concussion
- Symptoms
- After the Injury
- Complications
Supporting People With ABI
- Carers
- Families
- Relationship Changes
- Home Adaptations
- Areas of Life
Traumatic Brain Injury
- TBIs
- The First Injury
- The Second Injury
- The Third Injury
Other ABIs
- Stroke
- Aneurysms
- Haemorrhages
- Tumours
- Hypoxia and Anoxia
- Meningitis and Infections
Rehabilitation
- What is Behaviour of Concern?
- Types of Behaviour of Concern
- Causes and Triggers
- Escalation
- De-Escalation
- Positive Behaviour Support
- ABC Charts
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