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Jennifer’s Answer
Radiation oncology does not see patients with traumatic brain injuries but tumor-related diseases.
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Tammy’s Answer
I have seen several patients with brain injuries which are typically referred to as Traumatic Brain Injuries ( it is usually abbreviated as TBI). These can range from patients with concussions from sports related injuries, falls, or motor vehicle accidents, work related injuries such as being struck by a log while working in the woods or a patient who has had a stroke with a neurological deficit (loss of ability to find the proper words, speak, swallow, or one sided weakness or paralysis, etc.). A neuropsychologist can work with a variety of patients include the above listed as well as patients who may have forms of dementia (progressive loss of memory). A solid foundation in anatomy and physiology, especially neurology, pathophysiology of neurological disorders, psychiatry and psychiatric disorders will be imperative to learn overtime.
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Monica’s Answer
I Erica. I have never had a brain injury. However I do have migraines and vertigo, if you’re interested in that,
Best of success in your studies and your career!
Best of success in your studies and your career!
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Sherri’s Answer
I can answer from a nurses view point. I am an Emergency room/Trauma nurse working in a level one trauma center. I have seen multiple accident victims who have suffered traumatic brain injuries. Patients may present to the emergency room with head injuries related to motor vehicle accidents, (frequently motorcycle accidents), gunshot wounds, sports injuries, assaults, and falls. As soon as the patient arrives to the trauma bay, we do an across the room assessment to determine the level of consciousness (GCS) and a quick assessment of their airway and oxygen status. In most cases, the trauma patient will have been intubated in the field by the paramedics or will need an advanced airway such as an endotracheal tube upon arrival to the ER. Once a primary and seconday assessment has been completed by the ER physician and the Trauma surgeon, the patient is immediately taken for a CT scan (non-contrast CT). This is the first diagnostic tool of choice and will help determine the course of treatment.
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