title: Behavioral techniques in the psychological rehabilitation of burn patients.
abstract: Patients with extensive burns often develop maladaptive behaviors that interfere with their care and recovery. Behavioral intervention can be an important aid in eliminating problem behaviors that impede rehabilitation. A retarded, adult burn patient with several target problem behaviors (tantrums, removing catheters, fecal soiling and induced vomiting) is presented with pre- and post-treatment data demonstrating the value of these procedures. The role of the consultant is discussed in relation to the acceptance of behavioral techniques, the training of nursing personnel to implement a behavioral program, and the provision of technical assistance and support to unit staff.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D002056:Burns / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care; D012017:Referral and Consultation