2. Pre-injury Status
Before his injury, this patient was
35-year-old construction worker with
a steady job in commercial building.
He was married and had two
children, ages 11 and 15.
He went out regularly with his wife
and work friends. His favorite hobby
was riding his quad all-terrain vehicle
(ATV), which he did on weekends.
There were some concerns about
alcohol use, especially during the
weekend outings.
3. Present Condition
And three months prior to his injury
he broke his arm while driving his
ATV, possibly after a number of
beers.
After his injury, this patient has been
institutionalized since the transfer
from the hospital.
He is completely paralyzed except for
his ability to move his right thumb
and forefinger. He has a permanent
tracheostomy and cannot talk.
4. Present Condition
He has to be fed by a tube and has
very limited means of communication
with the outside world.
He responds to pain and can interact
with his wife and oldest child by
responding to their questions with
finger movements. He will lift his
finger and thumb when asked to.
5. GOS and GOS-E Rating
Now click on the link below to select
the GOS and GOS-E rating.
GOS and GOS-E Rating
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