Activities of Daily Living Flashcards
What are Activities of Daily Living?
ADLs are everyday tasks and functional activities which are an essential part of life
Give four examples of ADLs
Tying up shoelaces
Making a cup of tea
Getting in and out of a bath
Walking upstairs
How can ADLs be measured? Give 6 examples
Observation Self Report Asking carefully worded questions Clinical examinations Questionnaires Lab tests
Why do doctors need to be aware of ADLs?
ADLs can be considered key to rehab and recovery
It is a major impact on the condition of a patient’s life
Important to seek which ADLs are affected and how badly
Lack of ADLs are a key reason for bed blocking
Define the term “disability”
A restriction or lack of ability to perform an activity in the manner or within a range considered normal mostly resulting from impairment
Define the term “impairment”
A loss or abnormality of a body structure or function whether physiological, psychological
An impairment is a disturbance affecting function.
Define the term “handicap”
A disadvantage of an individual, resulting from an impairment or a disability, that limits or prevents the fulfilment of a role that is normal for that individual”
Give 6 examples of Outcome Measures used to determine ADLs
Barthel Index Functional Assessment Measure SF-36 Nottingham Health Profile EQ-5D-SL Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ)
