TBI Terms

A machine that does the breathing work for an unresponsive person. It serves to deliver air in the appropriate percentage of oxygen and at the appropriate rate. The air is also humidified by the respirator.

Comprehensive program to reduce/overcome deficits following injury or illness and to assist the individual to attain the optimal level of mental and physical ability.

Requires that the individual recognize a phrase that has multiple meanings and select the meaning most appropriate to a given situation. The term “abstract” typically refers to concepts not readily apparent from the physical attributes…

Movement of a joint by means other than contraction of muscles around that joint (e.g., someone else moves the joint).

The muscles around the joint do the work to move it.

Weakness of all four limbs.

Drooping of a body part, such as the upper eyelid, from paralysis, or drooping of the visceral organs from weakness of the abdominal muscles. 

Standardized tests (utilizing paper and pencil) which measure mental functioning.

Next to, or nearest, the point of attachment.