Behavioral Mgmt Strategy for Rancho Lvl 4

what are the Practice Structures to optimize behavior?

Familiar activities—no new learning

Closed environment

what are support systems to optimize behavior?

Caregivers/family

Neuropsychology

Specific Strategies to optimize behavior includes consistency. How can you be consistent during sessions?

tx w/ same person, at same time, in same manner

Daily routine

PROVIDE orientation frequently; Don’t challenge pt to figure it out

in a Ranchero lvl 4 Learning new skills is unrealistic, May be able to perform

automatic functional tasks

in a Ranchero lvl 4 Memory aids that can be helpful include

Memory book, charts, graphs, logs/schedule: provides info about daily activities, orientation, staff

It is challenging for a Ranchero lvl 4 pt to control THEIR behavior so demo

that you are in control of YOURS

a Ranchero lvl 4 cannot see another’s POV so

DON’T stress them to do this

a Ranchero lvl 4 has Limited attention so prepare many different activities.

Redirection is not always successful→ try another task

Be age-appropriate in your intervention selection

Give control where safe & appropriate

what environment is typical of ranchero lvl 4?

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