Intervention in the Hospitalized Acute Patient with Cerebral Damage -DACER Model

Abstract

The next article presents a type of intervention in patients who, after suffering Brain Damage, are hospitalized -DACER MODEL-. This model is the result of scientific evidence and clinical experience. The patient should experience as soon as possible, motor, sensory, cognitive and behavioral patterns, suitable to promote as normalized brain reorganization as possible. The model is structured in three fundamental premises, the first is early intervention, work the sooner the better with the patient. Global, unifying the entire environment (family and health workers) in the specific intervention of each affected person. And intensive, creating a stimulating environment for the patient to receive adequate care throughout the day. DACER MODEL consist of implementing performances in the phase in which the patient is hospitalized, to minimize future neurological and organic sequelae. To achieve this objective, the model includes three key actions: 1) Training and support for relatives and environment of the affected through the School of Families, a training action aimed at families, which is carried out in the hospital itself. 2) Specialization and support to health personnel who directly care for the patient with brain damage and 3) Early intervention of a multidisciplinary team specialized in neurorehabilitation, including medical professionals, neuropsychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy.