Response system analysis: what the neuropsychologist can contribute to the rehabilitation of individuals emerging from coma.
The process of coma emergence is defined and important issues are identified. Rehabilitative goals for persons emerging from coma are best served by a focus on their response capabilities, rather than sensory stimulation. A method called "response system analysis" is described to guide assessment and treatment of response capabilities.
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Cognitive Rehabilitation Services, Sunnyside, New York 11104.
D001925:Brain Damage, Chronic / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D003128:Coma / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006801:Humans; D009483:Neuropsychological Tests / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011379:Prognosis