Functional Activity Interventions In Sitting (2)

Question 1

What are some safety considerations when it comes to functional activities in sitting?

Answer 1

Loss of balance and falls

Orthostatic hypotension

Patients awareness

Position LEs for stability

Question 2

What are outcome measures used for sitting activities?

Answer 2

Trunk impairment scale

Modified functional reach

PASS

Berg

FIM

FIST

Question 3

What is the disadvantage of practicing seated function on the hospital bed?

Answer 3

It may not be similar enough to at home bed

Question 4

What are some aspects of seating that can affect function?

Answer 4

Height and compliance of surface

Question 5

What are the next steps to move onto after sitting functional activities?

Answer 5

Scooting (side to side and forward and backward)

Preparation for lift off