Brain Injury: Behavior and Safety

Course overview

Patients with brain injuries often exhibit changes in behavior. Some changes may be transient while others may be more profound and permanent. Occasionally these behavior changes, such as agitation, can pose safety concerns for the patient, family, and the nursing staff. Nurses must be able to recognize all changes in behavior and understand the implications for patient care and safety. In this course, participants will learn how to identify and address changes in behavior and propose interventions to promote improved cognitive function. Additionally, the characteristics and management of agitation and other potential challenges to patient safety will be addressed.