Neuropsychological Assessment of an American Indian with a Ruptured Right Carotid Aneurysm and Associated Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

This chapter summarizes the clinical neuropsychological evaluation/assessment of a 62-year-old American Indian who suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) secondary to a ruptured right carotid aneurysm. It describes the process involved in evaluating his neuropsychological test findings and clinical presentation in light of his known medical history, age, educational/occupational background, as well as cultural identity. It also attempts to describe how the information obtained was used to explain to the patient and his family the findings in a way that was personally meaningful and culturally sensitive.