W5 (WS) Flashcards
1
Q
Left ventricular ejection fraction? What is the normal?
A
A percentage of how much blood the left ventricle pumps out with each contraction.
55%
2
Q
Outline the level of assistance needed?
A
- Independent
- Supervision
- Stand by assistance (assist).
- Minimal (min) assistance
- Moderate (mod) assistance
- Maximal (max) assistance
3
Q
Detail the level of assistance with mobility aids from most to leasgt?
A
- Sling hoists
- Sit to stand lifters.
- Forearm support frames
- Pick-up frame
- 2-wheeled frames (2WF)
- 4-wheeled frames (4WF)
- Crutches (axillary and Canadian)
- Walking sticks (quad and single point)
