Reference no: EM133793547

Question

Lena is a 24-year-old woman who was involved in a motorcar accident and sustained a diffuse brain injury. She is now receiving treatment in the secure acquired brain injury unit and has been referred to you for music therapy. Lena has no memory of her accident or any understanding as to why she is in the unit. Physically, Lena has weakness in the right side of her body. However, she is able to stand and walk a few steps with support and is able to lift her right arm. Her cognition is severely impaired, and she requires assistance with all activities of daily living. Lena's speech is slurred and slow (dysarthria), and she is difficult to understand. Describe the key theories that would inform your approach to practice in your chosen scenario and provide a comprehensive rationale for how music therapy might be utilised/helpful with this person based on their needs. Describe your approach to assessment and goal setting based on the theories you are drawing on and write a hypothetical assessment for Lena/Tarka demonstrating your understanding of their needs. Explain how you arrived at a specific focus for their music therapy program. Write a comprehensive plan to.