Bell Ringer Assignment Flashcards
Name the assistive device and who it would help.
Sock aid - minimizes the need to bend over to put on socks
Long handle shoe horn - prevents need to bend over to slide shoes over heel
Dressing stick - helps put on clothing for those with restricted ROM
Long handle reacher - used to reach for items instead of needing to bend over or reach
Button hook - button shirts with the use of one hand
Universal cuff / cuff with slot - secures feeding and hygiene utensils for those who lack grasp and fine motor coordination
Foam tubing - slide-on handles that secure feeding, writing, or grooming utensils for those who lack grasp and fine motor coordination
Built up utensils - thick handled utensils that help with feeding for those who lack grasp and fine motor coordination
Weighted utensils - Heavy-handled silverware for tremor-like hand movements
Nose cut-out cup = Cut out cups for persons with limited neck motion and/or swallowing precautions
Rocker knife - Rounded knife, beneficial for one-handed meal preparation or weak hand strength/grasp.
Plate guard / portable inner lip plate = Portable metal or plastic guards placed around the edge of the plate to prevent food from sliding off and easing the scooping process.
Inner lip plate = high wall plate to prevent food from sliding off and easing the scooping process
Cup with lid = Spill proof cup to prevent accidental spills for individuals who have difficulty controlling regular cups
Angled utensils = Bent silverware for limited range-of-motion
Long handled brush = Allows independent hair brushing for individuals who have limited range of motion.
Long handled sponge = Elongated plastic handle attached to a sponge or loofah; useful for persons who struggle with bending at the hips to wash the lower body
One-handed nail clipper with suction cups = Single-hand push-down feature to allow independent nail clipping with one hand
Easy out tube squeezer = Single-hand push-down feature to allow independent toothpaste or other cream tube use with one hand
One-handed denture brush with suction cups = Suction feature that allow independent denture cleaning with one hand
Easy wipe / toileting wiping aid = Self-wipe aid for individuals who have limited range of motion
Toilet wall grab bar = Can be positioned on one or both sides. Assist people who have difficulty sitting down/getting up from toilet, have balance problems while seated or need help rising from a seated position.
Over the toilet commode = Raise height and provides hand rails to help on/off toilet transfer. Provides an alternative to using a toilet for people who can’t get to a bathroom or can’t sit on a toilet. Drop arm, wider surface, wheels features available.
Raised toilet seat (with arms) = Intended to provide extra height, reduce the risk of falls, reduces the need to squat low
Shower wall grab bars = Prevent from slipping, enable to maintain balance, lessen fatigue while standing, hold some of the weight while maneuvering, or have something to grab onto in case of a slip or fall in the tub
Tub clamp on bar = Clamps to the side of the bathtub and provides a secure and hold for people stepping into, or out of their bathtub
Bath transfer bench = Allows people to remain seated while transferring in and out of the shower or bathtub. Reduces the need to step over the bathtub wall.
Bath chair (with backrest) / bath stool (without backrest) = Increases safety by decreasing risk of falls by providing a secure sitting area in a slippery shower or bath.
Wheeled commode / rolling shower chair = Allows the person to be rolled into the shower while seated. Can be used as a commode on wheels or rolled over the toilet
