Components Flashcards
1
Q
Prothesis
A
artificial replacement of a body part
2
Q
The color of the socket for temporary prosthesis? why?
A
Clear; to see the shape/ skin of the stump
3
Q
Components of Transtibial & *Transfemoral Prosthesis
A
- foot-ankle assembly
- shank/pylon
- Knee*
- Socket
- Suspension
4
Q
K0
A
NO ambulatory potential w/ or w/o prosthesis
5
Q
K1
A
Prothesis would allow limited household ambulation on level surface, w/ little cadence change
6
Q
K2
A
Prothesis would allow limited community ambulation; can perform STEPs and curbs; Some cadence change
7
Q
K3
A
Prothesis would allow independence in community; ambulation w/ varying cadence and activity levels; needed for full participation in vocational or leisure activities
8
Q
K4
A
Prothesis would allow full independence and participation in high-level activities, athletes, vocational or leisure
