Module 11 – Cognitive and
Mental Health Issues and Brain
Injuries - Assignment II
Acquired Brain Injury Assignment
General Direction:
A. The assignment will count for 20% of your final mark in Module 11.
Name: Chika Angela Oguike
Date Due: July 24, 2024
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1. Describe the impact of acquired brain injury in Canada. Include a minimum of 3
details with supporting information. (6 marks)
Prevalence: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the leading cause of death and disability
among young Canadians under 40 years old. The majority are young men aged 15-30,
with more than half of the brain injuries occurring in individuals under 20.
Incidence: Annually, 50,000 Canadians sustain brain injuries, with 16,000 occurring in
Ontario alone.
Age and Gender: Males are twice as likely as females to experience brain injury, with the
highest incidence rate in the 15-19 age group
2. Identify 5 immediate signs or symptoms of a head injury.
Loss of consciousness
Confusion or disorientation
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness or balance problems
Headache
3. Give a definition of mild, moderate, and severe brain injury, outlining the criteria for
determining the difference in severity.
Mild: A brain injury with brief loss of consciousness (less than 30 minutes) or a brief alteration
in mental state (e.g., feeling dazed or confused).
Moderate: Loss of consciousness for more than 30 minutes but less than 24 hours, or a change
in mental state lasting more than 24 hours.
Severe: Loss of consciousness for more than 24 hours, often involving significant memory loss
and longer-term impairment
4. Identify and describe 2 observable impairments of a person with an acquired brain
injury. (6 marks, one for impairment and possibly two for the description of the
impairment)
Cognitive Impairment: Difficulty with memory, attention, and executive functions, leading to
problems with daily tasks.
Motor Impairment: Weakness or paralysis in parts of the body, affecting coordination and
movement
5. Describe how acquired brain injury can affect the family.
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Emotional Stress: Family members often experience significant emotional stress, dealing with changes
in personality and abilities of the injured person.
Financial Strain: The cost of rehabilitation, therapy, and lost income can place a significant financial
burden on families
6. Describe how you would support a client with acquired brain injury who demonstrated
cognitive deficits as a result of their injury. Identify a minimum of 2 possible problems
you might encounter and what positive intervention strategies you would use to help the
person. (6 marks: one mark for the identified problem and a possibility of 2 marks for
supporting strategies)
Problem: Memory loss leading to missed appointments or forgotten tasks.
Strategy: Use of reminders and structured routines to help the client manage daily activities.
Problem: Difficulty concentrating or processing information.
Strategy: Break tasks into smaller, manageable steps and provide clear, simple instructions
7. What is your role as a Personal Support Worker on the rehabilitation team for clients
with acquired brain injury?
· Support and Assistance: Provide practical support with daily activities, ensuring safety and promoting
independence.
· Emotional Support: Offer emotional encouragement and help clients cope with changes due to their injury
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