Geriatric rehabilitation and home assessment Flashcards
what is considered the “cornerstone” of rehabilitation?
activity
definition: universal design
the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest possibility, without the need for adaptation or specialized design
definition: home assessment and adaptation
identification of barriers within the home that have the potential to lead to injury and / or decrease function
what are the reasons for completing a home assessment?
- prevent injury
- increase function
- facilitate return to home environment
what % of individuals have some form of mental health issue not associated with normal aging?
25%
what is the key focus of PT?
movement and mobility (ability to move safely and optimally - gait, balance, transfers)
what is the key focus of OT?
function