impairments and definitions

Question 1

motor impairments

Answer 1

• limit a client’s ability to assume and sustain an upright posture. This posture requires symmetry between flexors and extensors
• Decreased motor skills, coordination, anormal muscle tone, muscle weakness, and paralysis

Question 2

high or low muscle tone

Answer 2

ability to balance the symmetry between flexors and extensors is diminished

Question 3

muscle weakness

Answer 3

unable to assume or maintain a sitting posture as strength and endurance is not present

Question 4

paralysis

Answer 4

the brain is unable to communicate with the nerves controlling muscle groups

Question 5

visual impairment

Answer 5

rely on vision to keep an upright and midline posture (i.e., people with impairment or lack of vision display asymmetrical head positions)

Question 6

cognitive impairment

Answer 6

may not be able to shift their weight in response to discomfort = pressure injuries

Question 7

decreased sensation

Answer 7

will not feel discomfort and less likely to shift weight = pressure injuries

Question 8

power assist add on

Answer 8

additions to a MWC that are placed under and behind the w/c and are activated to assist in propulsion for long distances

Question 9

power assisted wheels

Answer 9

alternative to standard wheels on a manual w/c to increase force propulsion stroke for increased distance and speed

Question 10

primary support surfaces

Answer 10

the seat, back, footplates, and arm pads. Minimal surfaces required to maintain a seated position.

Question 11

secondary supports

Answer 11

anterior (pelvic positioning belt), posterior (calf strap) or superior (foot strap) supports = soft goods

Question 12

secondary support surfaces

Answer 12

anterior (anterior lower leg support) posterior (posterior head support), lateral (lateral trunk support), and medial (medial knee support). These keep the client aligned with the primary support surfaces