Chapter 2 (Linton) Flashcards
the process of restoring an individual to the best possible health and functioning after a physical or mental impairment
rehabilitation
loss of function
- impairment
- disability
- handicap
a disturbance in functioning that may be either physical or psychological
impairment
a measurable loss of function and is usually delineated to indicate a diminished capacity for work
disability
a person is not able to perform one or more normal activities of daily living b/c of a mental or physical disability
handicap
total disability characterized by nearly complete dependence on others for assistance w/ADL unable to work
level 4
slight limitation in one or more ADL, usually able to work
level 1
severe limitation in one or more ADL, unable to work
level 3
moderate limitation in one or more ADL, able to work
level 2
some rehab goals
- self care
- independence
- maximum functions
primary skilled home health services
- nursing
- physical therapy
- speech therapy
secondary skilled home health services
- occupational therapy
- social work
- home aide serves
Medicare covers how many days in a skilled home
101 after being hospitalized for 3 days
levels of care
- domiciliary
- sheltered
- intermediate
- skilled care
provide basic room, board, and supervision; patients usually come and go as they please
domiciliary
provide medically ordered medications and treatments supervised residents in self-medications and provide 3 or more personal services
sheltered care
provide custodial care at a level usually associated w/nursing homes, patients need assistance with 2-3 ADL’s; 24/7
intermediate care
must have skilled health professionals, present around the clock, must be supervised by a physician, and requires services of a RN, physical therapist, or speech therapist
skilled care
effects of institutionalization
- depersonalization
- indignity
- not normal
- regression
- social withdrawal
