Equipment/ Mobility Devices Flashcards
The back wheels on a WC for LE amputee should be placed further backwards or forward?
Further back to counterbalance missing limbs
A 360 degree WC turning radius requires a min clearance of at least?
5ft x 5ft
Which TD is considered more functional for UE amputee? Hook or hand
Hook- precision, grasp, weight, low cost
Name 3 UE compression garments
Coban for digits
Isotoner glove for hand
Tubigrip for UE
What are 2 common scar pads
Otoform
Elastomer
Tooigel
How do you measure seat width
Widest part of hips, add 2in
How do you measure seat depth
Base of back to popliteal, subtract 2
How do you measure seat height
Popliteal space to heel of foot… Footrest have 2in clearance
What happens if the seat back height is too low?
Insufficient back support
What happens if the seat back height is too high?
Limited contact with push rim
How do you measure armrest height?
From seat to flexed elbow, add 1in
Transporter chair
Have smaller rear wheels, used for short distances.
Are caster wheels usually in the front or back of wc?
Front
18 wide x 16 deep x 20 high described what type of wc?
Standard adult wc
Purpose of serial splints
Achieve a slow progressive increase in motion by progressive remodeling
What is the preferred doorway measurement for WC accessibility that exceeds min standards?
36in
When would a rolling walker be suggested
Pt who cannot lift
Dec balance
UE weakness
Who are hemi walkers and side steppers indicated for?
Pt’s who cant use both hands
Intrinsic plus splint a.k.a.
Anti Deformity
Safe position
K0001
Standard WC
K0005
Ultralight weight WC
K0007
Bariatric WC
Max height for countertops?
31in
Parking spaces should have an adjacent aisle how many feet?
4
