Observational Checklist for TBI
Domain Problem Observed Memory ____ Cannot recall previous day's events ____ Difficulty finding locations/items ____Unable to remember schedule ____Struggles to learn new information Attention/Concentration ____ Loses track of conversations ____ Constantly repeats self ____ Demonstrates difficulty listening ____ Does not complete assigned tasks Executive Functioning____ Becomes confused with changes in daily routine
____ Disorganized, unable to complete simple tasks ____ Cannot give directions to others ____ Difficulty initiating and completing tasks Self-Awareness____ Believes they already know material being presented
____ Does not give self ample time to complete tasks
The following reference was used when creating the above information: Keyser-Marcus, L., Briel, L., Sherron-Targett, P., Yasuda, S., Johnson, S., Wehman, P. (2002). Enhancing the Schooling of Students with Traumatic Brain Injury. Teaching Exception Children, March/April, 62-67.
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