Test 1: Wheelchairs Flashcards
insurance only pays for a new W/C every _ years for adults and __ years for children
5
2
When fitting a wheelchair to hips, measure widest portion of buttocks, hips or thighs and add __ inches for clothes and to allow clearance of trochanters
2
When fitting a wheelchair for depth (upper leg) measure from posterior buttocks along thigh to popliteal fold then ___ inches
subtract 2
When fitting the wheelchair for the leg length, measure from __ to ___
heel
popliteal fold
When adjusting the armrest height, measure from ___ to ___ elbow flexed to 90 degrees
seat of chair
olecranon process
When adjusting the height of the seat back - Measure from seat of chair to the floor of the axilla with user’s shoulder flexed to ___ then subtract ____
90 degrees, 4 inches (should end up being 1-2 inches below inf. angle of scapula)
Standard wheelchairs weigh ____ lbs without ___
50 pounds or less without specialized seating devices
Standard wheelchairs are for individuals who weigh less than ___ lbs
200
Heavy Duty (Bariatric) wheelchairs are for those weighing more than ____
200 pounds
Lightweight wheelchairs weigh between __ and __ lbs
25-40
With an amputee frame wheelchair, the axle is located more ____ to increase STABILITY and accommodate for change in COG
posteriorly
One arm-drive wheelchairs have both ___ on one drive wheel, allowing the client to propel and steer with one hand – special link to opposite wheel
rims
Tilt in space wheelchairs are for patients who can not position themselves for _____
Pressure relief
_____ drive wheelchairs generally have a SMALLER turning radius
Middle-wheel-drive
Minimal Clearance for Doorways
For a 32” doorway, the ideal clearance is ___ INCHES
36
