Wheelchair Parts & Skills

Question 1

the way a person moves by changing body positions or by transferring from 1 place to another

Answer 1

mobility

Question 2

purpose of a WC

Answer 2

means or transportation, locomotion or mobility
provides support, safety, and stability doing ADLs

Question 3

friction

Answer 3

force resists 2 objects sliding against each other

Question 4

shear

Answer 4

distortion caused by 2 opposing forces parallel to a surface

Question 5

what causes pressure injury x3

Answer 5

friction
shear
incontinence - bladder issues + moisture

Question 6

what increases risk of pressure wounds x5

Answer 6

decreased sensation
under/over weight
aging
poor sitting posture
decreased ability to move

Question 7

pressure relief

Answer 7

every 15 min 4x/hour
for 30-60 seconds minimum

Question 8

types of WC x7

Answer 8

standard k1
power
sport or recreational
lightweight
reclining
hemiplegic
amputee

Question 9

hemiplegic

Answer 9

seat is lowered 2in for better use of LE

Question 10

amputee

Answer 10

rear wheel axis are 2in posterior for a wider BOS & to compensate for loss of weight on pts LE

Question 11

WC components x12

Answer 11

armrest
clothing guard
leg rest release
leg support
heel loop
foot support
castor wheel
hand rim
wheel locks - not brakes
drive wheel
back upholstery
push handle

Question 12

rehab interventions x3

Answer 12

improve posture
teach transfer skills
teach pressure relief techniques (forward/lateral lean or press-up)

Question 13

what to do when lifting an object off the floor

Answer 13

position castor wheels forward so the object is parallel or angled for more stability

Question 15

why should a person grasp the opposite armrest with one hand

Answer 15

arm acts as a seatbelt so legs wont fo backward