A Systematic Review of Care Needs of People With Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) on a Cognitive, Emotional and Behavioural Level
Journal of Clinical Nursing
Jennekens, N., de Casterle, B. D., et al. (2010).
Journal of Clinical Nursing, 19(9-10), 1198-1206.
This systematic review investigates the subjective experiences and needs of adults, 16 years and older, with chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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1995-2007
Published studies (not further specified)
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While limited by the number and methodological quality of included studies, the authors found that individuals with TBI often need help for their cognitive problems which appear to increase beyond the chronic phase of recovery. "One of the most frequent needs reported by patients with TBI is assistance with loss of memory and problem solving skills" (p. 1203). The authors conclude that "in spite of the increased need, professional assistance seems to lag behind" (p. 1204).
