environmental considerations Flashcards
what are environmental barriers
physical impediments that prevent indivs from functioning
safety hazards, acess probs, home/work diff
what are the diff environmental intervention strategies
assistive/adaptive devices
safety devices
structural alterations
modif or altered locations of obj
task mod
discuss proper parameters for driveway
smooth, level surface
well lit and provides cover to weather
discuss proper parameters for stairsteps
7 in height
11 in depth
1/2 in overhangs lng to not cause foot stuck
apply nonslip surface to improve traction and differentiation of steps; light reflective tape
discuss proper parameters for handrails
34-38 in height
extend at least 12 in
1.25-2 in in diameter - proper hand contour
1.5 in space from wall
discuss proper parameters for ramps
1:12 - 1 deg of height = 12 inches of ramp
min 36 in wide and should be non-slip surface
overall rise: no greater than 30 in
discuss proper parameters for vertical platform or stairway inclined lifts
approx 8 ft up or down
30x40 in
discuss proper parameters for doorway entrances
door that swings out - 5x5 ft
door swings away - 3x5 ft
doorway width - 32-34 in
alternative locking systems
door handle should be easily turned - lever type
dapat wlang raised threshold
to aid closing weight no more than 8 lns
discuss proper parameters for furniture arrangement and features
sufficient room for w/c - clear passage from one room to next
furniture have double arm rests and upright back - easier STS
no unstable furniture - rocking chair
pathway from living room to pt room should be clear fro barriers
discuss proper parameters for electrical controls
voice or noise activated lighting controls
for visual disab - mas maliwanag na lights
outlets should be 18 in from the floor
discuss proper parameters for floors
non-slip and level - hardwood floors
if mag carpet dapat low level industrial
deep joints should no be wider than 0.75 in
scatter rugs should be removed
discuss proper parameters for doors
use offset hinges - provides 2 in added space
discuss proper parameters for windows
window films to reduce glair - esp bathrooms
heavy drapes - improve hearing and conversation
adequate windows for natural light
discuss proper parameters for bedroom
min of 3 ft on each side of bed for transfers
wall switches: 36-48 in
outlets: 18 in
bed should be stable and stationary
matress should be firm
wardrobe lifts can inc closet storage and is accessible
discuss proper parameters for bathroom
toilet seat height: 17-19 in; elevated esp for THR pts
non-skid surface or amts
grab bars 33-36 in
adaptations for bathroom
combined toilet and shower
multilevel adjustable sink
single levered faucets
padded shower chairs c back support
contrasting color surfaces
adequate lighting
grab bars
discuss proper parameters for kitchen
for w/c users counters should be 31 in height and 24 in depth
parameters for visual impairments
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illumination
magnification
altered contrast
glare reduction
expanders of visual field
visual substitution in terms mobility
cane, guide dog, sonic devices
common visual substitution in terms tactile
braille books, raised markings
common visual substitution in terms recorded
talking books, radio reading
common visual substitution in terms comp generated
stephen hawing computer on w/c
common visual substitution in terms special ADL techniqeus
cooking money identification
interior home design for visual impairment pt
inc lighting and reduce glare
contrast solid colors on edges and stairs
large print and raised letters
neon colors on switches
non skid floors
exterior home design for visual impairment pt
auditory signals for crosswalks
record short verbal instructions
parameters for pt c dementia
env cues to address, safety, memory and comms
personal emergency response system auto medication system
smoke alarms c battery
emergency lighting
daily calls to monitor
meals on wheels
electring range or microwave
posted instructions
tape recorder for instructions
