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Interactive Brain
Interactive Brain
The Brain
Overview of the Brain
Anatomy of the Brain
Lobe Functions
What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
Mild TBI
Mild TBI/Concussion Overview
Coup-Contrecoup
TBI in Combat
Symptoms of Mild TBI/Concussion
Long Term Effects of Mild TBI/Concussion
Diagnosing Mild TBI/Concussion
Classifications of TBI
Mild TBI/Concussion Diagnosis
Military Acute Concussion Evaluation (MACE)
Imaging Tests
Glasgow Coma Scale
Treatment
Reassessment/Follow-up Care
Moderate to Severe TBI
Moderate to Severe TBI Overview
Causes of TBI
Types of Brain Injuries
Penetrating Injuries
Blast Injuries
Injuries Associated with Moderate to Severe TBI
Skull Fractures
Contusion
Ocular/Eye Injuries
Secondary Complications
Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
Hypoxia
Anoxia
Hypotension
Seizures
Physical Changes Resulting from TBI
Subdural Hematoma
Epidural Hematoma
Intracerebral Hematoma
Diffuse Axonal Injuries (DAI)
Symptoms of Moderate to Severe TBI
Potential Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
Diagnosing Moderate to Severe TBI
TBI Diagnosis
Rancho Los Amigos Scale of Cognitive Functioning
Post Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA)
Treatment Stages of Moderate to Severe TBI
Immediate Treatment
Treating Intracranial Pressure
Intermediate TBI Treatment
Rehabilitation
Transitional Treatment
TBI Medication Chart
TBI Providers
Long Term Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
Life Challenges
Disabilities
The Caregiver's Journey
Caregiver's Program Introduction
Session One
Starting Your Caregiving Journey
Personalized Web Pages
Managing Physical Effects of TBI
Physical Effects
Session Two
Managing Cognitive Effects of TBI
Cognitive Effects Defined
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Common Cognitive Effects
Memory Compensation
Communication Effects
Behavioral Effects
Emotional Effects
Getting Organized
Planning for the Future
Session Three
Becoming an Advocate
How to Advocate
Taking Care of Yourself
Problem Solving
Session Four
Helping Your Children Cope
Telling Your Children About TBI
Addressing Family Needs
Session Five
Preparing for the Transition to Home
Transitioning Home
Getting Help with Caregiving
Session Six
Moving Forward
Addressing Everyday Issues
Finding a Job
Hope for the Future
Personal Journeys
Patient Journeys
Chuck Clamon
Matthew James
Michael Welsh
Ted Wade
Scott Lilley
Caregiver Journeys
Allison Vetzel
Sarah Wade
Susan Welsh
Shannon Mormann
Mary Dojcak
Resource Center
The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
A Head for the Future
For Caregivers
Caregiver Guides - Printable
Journal Templates
Downloads
Caregiver Tips
FCC Distribution Report
Caregiver FAQs
TBI FAQs
Glossary
Web Resources
Credits
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Caregiver FAQs
For Caregivers
Caregiver Guides - Printable
Journal Templates
Downloads
Caregiver Tips
FCC Distribution Report
Caregiver FAQs
Interactive Brain
Interactive Brain
The Brain
Overview of the Brain
Anatomy of the Brain
Lobe Functions
What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
Mild TBI
Mild TBI/Concussion Overview
Coup-Contrecoup
TBI in Combat
Symptoms of Mild TBI/Concussion
Long Term Effects of Mild TBI/Concussion
Diagnosing Mild TBI/Concussion
Classifications of TBI
Mild TBI/Concussion Diagnosis
Military Acute Concussion Evaluation (MACE)
Imaging Tests
Glasgow Coma Scale
Treatment
Reassessment/Follow-up Care
Moderate to Severe TBI
Moderate to Severe TBI Overview
Causes of TBI
Types of Brain Injuries
Penetrating Injuries
Blast Injuries
Injuries Associated with Moderate to Severe TBI
Skull Fractures
Contusion
Ocular/Eye Injuries
Secondary Complications
Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
Hypoxia
Anoxia
Hypotension
Seizures
Physical Changes Resulting from TBI
Subdural Hematoma
Epidural Hematoma
Intracerebral Hematoma
Diffuse Axonal Injuries (DAI)
Symptoms of Moderate to Severe TBI
Potential Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
Diagnosing Moderate to Severe TBI
TBI Diagnosis
Rancho Los Amigos Scale of Cognitive Functioning
Post Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA)
Treatment Stages of Moderate to Severe TBI
Immediate Treatment
Treating Intracranial Pressure
Intermediate TBI Treatment
Rehabilitation
Transitional Treatment
TBI Medication Chart
TBI Providers
Long Term Effects of Moderate to Severe TBI
Life Challenges
Disabilities
Personal Journeys
Patient Journeys
Chuck Clamon
Matthew James
Michael Welsh
Ted Wade
Scott Lilley
Caregiver Journeys
Allison Vetzel
Sarah Wade
Susan Welsh
Shannon Mormann
Mary Dojcak
Resource Center
The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
A Head for the Future
For Caregivers
Caregiver Guides - Printable
Journal Templates
Downloads
Caregiver Tips
FCC Distribution Report
Caregiver FAQs
TBI FAQs
Glossary
Web Resources
Credits
The Caregiver's Journey
Caregiver's Program Introduction
Session One
Starting Your Caregiving Journey
Personalized Web Pages
Managing Physical Effects of TBI
Physical Effects
Session Two
Managing Cognitive Effects of TBI
Cognitive Effects Defined
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Common Cognitive Effects
Memory Compensation
Communication Effects
Behavioral Effects
Emotional Effects
Getting Organized
Planning for the Future
Session Three
Becoming an Advocate
How to Advocate
Taking Care of Yourself
Problem Solving
Session Four
Helping Your Children Cope
Telling Your Children About TBI
Addressing Family Needs
Session Five
Preparing for the Transition to Home
Transitioning Home
Getting Help with Caregiving
Session Six
Moving Forward
Addressing Everyday Issues
Finding a Job
Hope for the Future
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