Final Flashcards
FIM
(1-7)
7 Patient does 100% of work
6 Patient uses a device
5 Cognitive issues: cannot be left alone, close guard (no touch), set up things like meals
4 75% patient, 25% PT
3 50% patient, 50% PT
2 75% PT, 25% patient
1 PT does 100% of work
7 Complete independence
6 Modified independence
5 Supervision/standby assistance/setup
4 Minimal assistance
3 Moderate assistance
2 Maximal assistance
1 Complete dependence / assistance of 2
Most to least restrictive assistive devices (6)
1 parallel bars
2 walker (standard, wheeled, hemi)
3 axillary crutches
4 forearm crutches (lofstrand)
5 platform attachment
6 cane (standard, quad)
A few commonly seen contractures
elbow flexion, wrist flexion, ankle plantar flexion, scapular protraction
Types of restraints
purpose
chest, wrist, pelvic, mitts, seatbelts/ reminder belt, documentation
help prevent a person from getting hurt, restrict movement
PRAFO
pressure relief ankle foot orthosis
Manual lifting of all residents should be _____, this is an _____ guideline for nursing homes
The implementation of safe patient handling and mobility program began ….
minimized, OSHA
in response to increasing injury among nursing staff
Most frequently injured health care worker
nurse assistant
Sera Plus vs Sara Steady
which one can be used for gait training
Plus: standing and raising aid for short transfers (bed to wheelchair) (suitable for walking when footboard and kneepad are removed)
Steady: transfer or standing aid for longer distances (for toilet, feet are not touching ground)
Duties of an occupational therapist
SLP
helping patients recover and improve in regards to a condition or injury, and maintain the skills needed to for daily activities.
provide treatment and care for individuals who have difficulties with communication, eating, drinking and swallowing