wheelchair services Flashcards
Compare the types of wheelchair cushions listed. Which cushion is best described as being lightweight but provides little or no positioning capability, stability, or skin protection?
foam
Compare the types of wheelchair cushions listed. Which of the following is more heavy, has relatively good pressure relief, and requires some daily maintenance?
Jay 2 deep contour
It has been determined that Alexander has medical conditions impacting his functional mobility and he requires a power mobility device for long distances. He has good head, trunk and upper extremity function and he will be in large open spaces when navigating his mobility device. He can transfer and walk short distances independently and is not likely to have a large decline in function in the next 3-5 years. Which of the following types of power mobility is the most appropriate for Alexander?
power scooter
In the hierarchy of switch/input devices for power wheelchairs, which is the most specialized and needs the most medical justification?
head array
When teaching an individual to do a wheelie, which of the following is the best strategy for safety?
Guard them from behind using a gait belt around the transverse bar of wc
When teaching an individual with a T12 complete spinal cord injury to transfer from the floor to their wheelchair, which of the following is a key component for them to learn?
Bring head and shoulders down and away from the wc
Which of the following is NOT the role of the physical therapist in prescribing a wheelchair?
Complete a full packet of all documentation and submit to insurance
what is the role of a PT when prescribing a wheelchair?
- assess patient/client current mobility equipment
- help determine key features needed in prescription of a wheelchair
- identify and document patient/client goals and neeeds
Which of the following certification(s) are awarded by RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) to recognize assistive technology service providers who have met a national standard of job-based knowledge and experience?
SMS and ATP
talk about medicaires higharchy
least costly
cane, crutches, walker
manual wheelchair
fully configurable manual wheelchair
power scooter
power WC
how do we name obiliqutuity
R hip up= L hip obliquity
how do we name hip rotation
R hip back= r rotation
what are the WC accessible home specifications for a sidewalk?
36”
what are the WC accessible home specifications for a door width?
32” minmum, 36 preferred
what are the WC accessible home specifications for a hall width?
32” min, 40 preferred
