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| Must know that an evaluation of environmental mastery must include an assessment of performance skills and client factors such as: |
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| Sensory, visual-perceptual, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cognitive, psychosocial |
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| How is the width of an entrance measured? |
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A minimum of ____ inches of door swing is needed accommodate a walker. |
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A minimum of ___ inches of door swing is needed to accommodate a wheelchair. |
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| What are age related changes in the neuromuscular system that must be considered during an evaluation of risk factors for falls? |
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1) Decreased # of neurons result in decreased response time
2) Decreased amounts of muscle fibers lead to decreased strength and endurance
an example of these two factors would include difficulties rising from a chair and decreased gait speed |
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| What is the minimal and ideal widths for clearance of doorways and halls for a person using a wheelchair? |
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| What are 2 ways a doorway can be widened? |
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1) removing doorstop adds 3/4"
2) replacing existing hinges with OFFSET hinges adds 1.5-2" width |
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| To performa 360 degree turn in a wheelchair a clearance space of ___ x___ is needed. |
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| Seated in a wheelchair the maximal height a person can reach forward or sideways (w/o an obstruction) is ____ . To prevent forward tipping height should be ____? |
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48" forward and sideways
15" to prevent forward tipping |
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| The maximal height for countertops should be |
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| Railings on ramps are between __ and __ with an average of ___. |
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Three categories of Pressure-Reducing devices devised by CMS for reimbursement purposes: What's the device category and D.U stage?
-Dynamic Electric Powered Devices |
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| Group 2- Stage III full thickness ulcer with fat possibly visable |
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Three categories of Pressure-Reducing devices devised by CMS for reimbursement purposes: What's the device category and D.U stage?
-Dynamic Electric Powered Devices: alternating and low air loss mattresses |
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Group 2- Stage III full thickness ulcer with fat possibly visable |
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Three categories of Pressure-Reducing devices devised by CMS for reimbursement purposes: What's the device category and D.U stage?
-Dynamic, electric powered, e.g. air-fluidized beds |
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| Group 3- Nonhealing full thickness ulcers |
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Three categories of Pressure-Reducing devices devised by CMS for reimbursement purposes: What's the device category and D.U stage?
-Cushions or mattresses that use non-electronic means (air, foam, gel or water) to distribute pressure |
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| What are the two weight shift protocols: TIme and duration |
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Every 30 mins for 30 seconds
or
Every 60 mins for 60 seconds |
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| Maximal height an individual in a WC can reach forward from sitting is _____ and at least ____ is needed to prevent tipping. |
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| What is the ratio of slope to rise? |
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| 1:12 ( 1" of vert rise requires 12" of ramp) |
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| Seat Belts attach at ____ level and extend into lap at _____ degree angle |
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| What devices ease independent propulsion in persons with weak handgrip? |
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| How to measure for seat depth: |
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| Posterior portion of buttocks to the popliteal fossa, then subtract 2"; prevents rubbing while also allowing maximal leg swing. |
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| What are the 3 height options for back height? |
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Mid-back under scapula: 1-2 inches below
Mid-scapula or axilla
Top of shoulders |
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| What is the distance for footrest clearance from the floor? What factors will affect this distance? |
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2"
Seat cushion will affect distance |
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| This type of wheelchair is indicated for pressure relief OR for an individual with severe extensor spasms that may throw the person from the chair: |
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| Standard wheelchair dimensions (width, depth, height), Adult: |
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| Standard wheelchair dimensions (width, depth, height), Narrow Adult: |
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| Standard wheelchair dimensions (width, depth, height), Junior: |
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| Standard wheelchair dimensions (width, depth, height), Child: |
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| Standard wheelchair dimensions (width, depth, height), Tiny Tot: |
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| Why is the center of body mass on a bariatric wheelchair positioned several inches forward? |
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| Stability and the forward position allows for a more efficient arm stroke (less wrist extension) |
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| What type of seating system may be good for individuals with moderate to severe nervous system dysfunction? |
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| Contoured or Custom countour enhance pelvic and LE alignment |
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| When performing a seating assessment what should be evaluated first, second, third? |
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| Pelvis, LE, Trunk: stability required before mobility; proximal control for distal function |
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| Seating Systems- Facilitates pelvic and LE alignment: |
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| Seating Systems- Good trunk control is needed: |
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| Seating Systems- Provides pressure relief |
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Seating Systems- Minimal Postural support offered |
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| Seating Systems- Good for people who need increased stability |
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| Seating Systems- Provides pressure relief without changing support |
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| Pediatric seating and positioning systems: What two devices decrease effect of tonic labyrinthine reflex? |
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| Prone Stander and Sidelyers |
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| True/False: Post total hip replacement, a person is allowed to roll on the non operated side |
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| False: A person is not permitted to roll on the non operated side because it may cause the operated hip to internally rotate and dislocate |
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| This transfer technique is used for individuals with decreased endurance and/or weight bearing precautions |
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| How should a person who uses a tenodesis grasp or splint for functional activities position their hands when using a transfer board? |
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| They should weight bear on clenched fist with wrists extended |
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| Who will provide funding for ATDs and EADLs |
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| State Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID), Office for Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and Divisions of Vocational Rehab (DVR) if they enable a person to go to work or school. |
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| The ability to steer, brake and turn is considered |
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| The ability to respond to changes in road conditions and traffic/driving risks |
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| A standard round spinning knob is appropriate for a person with: |
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| One intact upper extremity |
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| A person with absent or weak grasp can use a ___ or ___ for steering |
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| EADLS: Individuals with decreased strength or mobility such as muscular dystrophy might benefit from: |
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| Individuals with hemiplegia can use a _____ keyboard that consist of a few keys which generate standard characters by pressing various combos of keys |
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| Provides large keys for persons with limited motor accuracy and control, e.g. ataxia |
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| Provides smaller keys in a constrained space for persons with limited ROM and functional motor control , e.g. arthritis |
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| Individuals with Athetoid movements might benefit from a _____ keyboard |
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| What is the best way for a caregiver to assist a person in a wheelchair descend a steep grade? |
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| Descend backwards with all wheels maintaining contact with the ground |
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| What is the minimum space to allow for a 360 degree turning radius for a space to be wheelchair accessible? |
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| What is the wheelchair ramp accessibility ratio? |
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1':1"
1 foot of ramp length for each 1 inch of rise |
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| Linear seating and positioning systems are appropriate for active individuals: 2 |
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1. Perform independent transfers
2. Have minimal musculoskeletal involvement |
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| What type of seating system is appropriate for individuals with moderate to sever CNS dysfunction or neurological disease? |
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| True or False: Foam cushions enhance pelvic and LE alignment? |
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| False: CONTOURED foam cushions enhance pelvic and LE support |
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| Identify the type of cushion: Helps with pelvic and LE alignment 2) Provides pressure relief w/o changing support 3) Good for those that need more stability |
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| Fluid pressure relief cushion |
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| Identify the type of cushion: 1) Provides minimal postural support 2) Good pressure relief 3) Person needs to have good trunk control |
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| Air pressure relief cushion |
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| What device can be inserted in a wheelchair to assist with hip stability? |
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| These devices provide trunk support |
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| A significant purpose of pediatric seating and position systems is to facilitate: |
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| Eye contact and social interactions |
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| Provide weight bearing experiencing maintaining LE joints in optimal position, help formation of acetabulum and long bone development, aid in bowel and bladder function |
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| This stander decreases the effect of tonic labyrinthine reflex |
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What are the benefits of a sidelyer?
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| Decrease effects of TLR and put hands in visual field |
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| Abductor pads at the hips decrease: |
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| Scissoring Extensor Pattern |
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| A patient is 5 days post op for a right total hip replacement. What bed position is contraindicated? |
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| Patient is not permitted to roll on the non-operated side. May require use of an abductor pillow to prevent adduction of the operated hip |
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| Avoid ___ rotation for posteriolateral hip replacement |
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| Avoid___ rotation for anteriolater hip replacement |
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| The maximum rise for any run is: _ inches |
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| A ramp with a rise of more than 6 inches or a horizontal projection of more than 72 inches should have: |
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The threshold for exterior sliding doors should not exceed ___
or __ for other doors |
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3/4 inch in height
or
1/2 inch in height for other doors |
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| True/False: 42 inches about the finished floor is the maximum height door hardware should be mounted. |
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| False: door hardware should be mounted no more than 48 inches |
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| According to the ADA what is the maximum slope of a ramp? |
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