Assessment Task 2:
Case Study
To do:Receive
a gradeTo
do:Receive a pass grade
Instructions:
Read through the case study scenario and answer the
questions that follow.
Case Study: Sonny
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Sonny sustained a severe
traumatic brain injury due to a motor vehicle accident. He has instability of
knee joints which has reduced his walking endurance. He uses a walking stick
and practices holding himself up in the backyard to improve his confidence and
balance skills.
His blood pressure tends to
rise due to high levels of stress and at other times when he is anxious he
displays signs of depression and withdrawal. Sometimes he talks to himself
and refuses to do anything. His brother Marlo has reported Sonny becoming
more emotionally distressed over the loss of certain friendships since his
accident, and only few have remained around for support. He can have
aggressive outbursts when he becomes overly distressed and asks Marlo for
alcohol or cigarettes as this seems to be the only thing that will calm his
distress. Sonny has mentioned wanting to get a part time job or join a local
club to meet some new people and be able to have a network of friends for
daytime activities.
There are difficulties with
memory, attention, reasoning, and problem solving. Sonny uses his mobile
phone for appointment reminders, a whiteboard at home to assist with
organisation and future planning, and support from his brother in planning,
organising and carrying out weekly activities.
Sonny lives in a Department of
Housing property with his brother Marlo who is currently his primary carer
however Marlo is going to be working full time, and Sonny will now need a
full time carer. The carer will need to assist Sonny with his daily activities
including transportation to attend medical appointments and visits to the
shops. Sonny does not want a replacement carer, and refuses to accept this
change in care.
Some areas of the residence are
becoming challenging as Sonny struggles when stepping out of the bath or
coming up the front steps. Since the accident, Sonny does not enjoy traveling
in cars for long periods. The property is in close proximity to public
transport and a local shopping strip.
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Develop a sample plan period for one
day. The plan should include tasks, time period and who is involved in
assisting with these tasks. Use the template provided to help develop your plan.
Time
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Tasks
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Who
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Early morning
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Morning
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Lunchtime
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Afternoon
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Evening/Night
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Ques 1
What are some common disabilities as a
result of TBI?
2 : What assessment tools could you
use to assess this individual’s level of disability and care support needs?
(Suggest two)
3: What information is available about
the individual? Discuss physical, psychological, residential, and social
aspects.
Aspect
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Information available about the individual
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Physical
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Psychological
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Residential
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Social
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4: Describe the role of the
person assessing Sonny’s needs.
5: What potential complex issues or
risk factors can you identify in this scenario?
6: Following discussion Sonny has
identified the following individual goals. How could these goals be achieved?
Sonny’s goals
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How could these goals be achieved?
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To regain confidence in walking independently for longer periods of
time
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To increase social networks
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To travel in a private car for longer than 20 minutes at a time
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To develop vocational skills
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To reduce intake of alcohol and cigarettes
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7: Who will be involved in
this care plan? List at least one person for each goal.
Sonny’s goals
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Who will be involved?
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To regain confidence in walking independently for longer periods of
time
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To increase social networks
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To travel in a private car for longer than 20 minutes at a time
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To develop vocational skills
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To reduce intake of alcohol and cigarettes
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8: How would you review and monitor
the progress of this plan? Include timeframes.