Home Assesment I Flashcards
what pertenage of those 65 or older have at least 1 chronic condition
86%
what percentage of those 65 or older have difficulty with ADLs
52
What is geriatric rehabilitation
intervention to assist the disabled older adult in the return of or optimal completion of physical, psychological and social skills to increase independce, live in satisfying environment, be socially engaged
Purpose of elderly functional assessments
current functioning level
need for intervention
discharge/placement
what is the average hospital stay post hip replacement
5-7 days
what is the average # of meds for someone who is 65 or older
13
what are calls to action from the CDC
healy brain initiative
improve health literacy
address LGBT aging and health issues
address mental distress among older adults
develop more culturally aware health care providers
where can geriatric rehab take place
inpatient home health outpatient long term care work
what is universal design
design of products and environments to be usable by all people to the greatest possibly without the need for adaptation or specialized design
why do we do a home assessment
prevent injury
increase function
facilitate return to home environment
who typically completes a home assessment
OT or PT
what recommendations might someone make after a home assessment
re-assignment of rooms
(re)move furniture/appliances
purchase and install adaptive equipment
suggestion of outside services
How can you deal with lighting problems
contrasting colors
make sure it’s brighter
limit glare
how can you adjust the kitchen
saferty features of stove
cabnits in easy reach
nonskid floor
anti-scald devices
how can you adjust the bedroom
adequate lighting
height and locatino of bed
accessibility to items in closet and dresser
location to bathroom
