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Terms in this set (98)Body mechanics is the practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk for injury to both patient and caregiver. how should the body be to gain good posture chin and chest up, shoulders back, pelvis tilted slightly inward,feet straight at approximately a shoulder width apart and weight evenly distributed to both legs with a slight bend in your knees Ergonomics the study of people's efficiency in their working environment. sitting Do not remain in one position for too long. Get up and stretch often, and take short walks if you can. standing Avoid standing for a long time driving When driving for periods that will last longer than an hour, stop every hour to walk and stretch. sleeping Sleep on your back if possible with a pillow under your knees or on your side. why pt did assistant on transferring if they cannot walk or lift themselves. when transferring an pt in or out the wheelchair you should never lift them by the Never lift a patient by the arms or under the armpits. what should the ma always use when they transferring an patient a gait belt how to properly move an pt in and out an wheelchair Lock the brakes of a wheelchair and move the stirrups avoid crossing their feet make sure the transfer surface is the same as the wheelchair always use an gait belt make foot wear isn't slippery
when transferring an pt in or out the wheelchair never let them put their arms around your neck or your shoulders. if pt becomes dead wt the ma should ease the patient to the floor to prevent injury. if pt becomes dead wt and falls back what should the ma do grasp him or her under the arms, put one leg back with the foot at a right angle, slide the other leg forward under the patient, and ease him or her to slide down your leg onto the floor if pt becomes dead wt and falls foward what should the ma do grasp him or her around the waist, extend your leg farthest from the patient forward, bend at the knees, and slowly lower the patient to the floor
what are some indication that a pt needs a mobility device After an accident or injury what should the ma instruct the pt on with home environment keep floors free of spills and clutter an arm sling is used for what used to support an arm after a fracture or injury to the shoulder or arm how long is an arm sling 55 inches how long is an arm sling on the side 36-40 when using a cane for support, the arm should hang naturally at the sides with the elbow flexed at about a ____________________ degree angle 25-30 degree angle when a pt is using an cane it should at what level below hip level hwo long is an quad-base cane 4 ft what cane is less trouble for pt quad-base cane when is crutches are used to give foot, ankle, knee, or leg injury or surgery an opportunity to heal. how far should the crutches be under the axilla 2 to 3 fingers or 2 to 3 inches uder the axilla how many much gaits walks are commonly used 5 gait walks why is an walker issued to an pt because of age or physical condition, cannot safely use crutches. whats an benefit from an wheel walker lets pt move more quicker whats on disadvantage from a wheel walker it can cause patients to fall if it rolls away from them. what does ROM exercise improve improves circulation and muscle tone and flexibility whats the ROM exercise(12) Adduction what does ROM stand for range of motion When using proper body mechanics, which of the following statements is true? a. Always bend from the waist to allow the
largest muscles of the legs to do the hard work. b. Check your posture by reminding yourself to keep your chin and chest up An example of a situation when the use of a mobility device would be
needed includes: d. All of the above When using a cane for support, the arm should hang naturally at the side with the elbow flexed at about a _______-degree angle. b. 25-30 When
adjusting crutches for the correct height, adjust them so that the underarm pad is _______ below the axilla. a. two inches Which of the following crutch gaits positions both crutches and the left foot forward and then brings up the right foot? c. Three-point When instructing patients on the use of the walker: a. move the walker forward and step into the walker while leaning slightly forward. In ROM exercises, abduction refers to: b. motion that pulls a structure away from the midline.
When transferring patients you should do all of the following except: c. Have patients put their arms around your neck Usually, a single person cannot hold up someone who becomes dead weight. The best option to prevent injury in this case
would be to: d. ease the patient to the floor. The standard adult sling is about _____________________inches across the base, and 36 to 40 inches along the side. A. 40 55 An
older adult patient usually has less trouble with which type of cane? b. Quad When adjusting crutches, hold the crutch up to the patient. The underarm pad should be how many inches below the axilla? b. 2 _________________enables a person to get around who would otherwise be immobile. wheelchair The Lofstrand/Canadian crutch would be used for: long- Term rehabilitation. The Lofstrand/Canadian crutch is also known as forearm crutches A walker is useful for patients who because of age or physical conditions: a. cannot use crutches. Some walkers come equipped with extras. These would include all of the following except: c. motors. many canes are _______________ ajustable To improve strength and flexibility, patients can accomplish this by: b. exercising The height of a walker should be adjusted so that the handles are at the patient's hip level and the bend of the patient's elbows is at a comfortable ____________________degree angle. 25-30 25-30 when lifting pt or moving or lifting heavy objects, certain technique should be used to prevent shoulder injury back injury following a stroke, if there has been a loss of use of the extremities or if the person has become somewhat unsteady on his or her ft, something might be needed to help him or her maintain agility balance when using proper body mechanics, which following statement is true always bend form the waist to allow the largest muscle of the legs to do the hard work check your posture by reminding yourself to keep your chin and chest up check your posture by keeping shoulders forward and pelvis tilted silghty inward hold heavy objects far away form the body check your posture by reminding yourself to keep your chin and chest up an example of a sitution when the use of a moobility device would be needed included arthritis after stroke the physically challenged all the above all the above when adjusting crutches for the correct ht, adjust then so that the underarm pad is ____________ below the axilla 2 in 2 in which of the following crutches gaits position both crutches and left foot forward and then brings up the right foot two point swing through three point four point three point when instructing pt on the use of the walker move the walker forward and step into the walker leaning slightly forward move the walker forward and step into the walker while leaning slightly backward adjust the walker so the handles are at the ht of the pt elbows place their foot when they step so its even with front of the walker move the walker forward and step into the walker leaning slightly forward a walker is useful for pt who because of age or physical condition cant use crutches dont want to use a wheelchair more convenient dont want to use a cane or dont like types of other devices cant use crutches what the purpose of rom to prevent the development of adaptive muscle shortening, contractures, and shortening of the capsule, ligaments, and tendons What's an two gait for crutches
Matches the crutch to the opposite foot, moving them together. What's an three point gait for crutches Positions both crutches and the left foot forward and then brings up the right foot. What's an four-gait for crutches Shows the right crutch being positioned first, followed by moving the left foot. What's an swing to gait for crutches Crutches are moved forward simultaneously, and the weight is transferred forward. Then swing both feet together up to the crutches. What's an swing through gait for crutches Crutches are moved forward, weight is transferred, and both feet swing through the crutches, stopping slightly in front. What's the two types of crutches Platform crutches What's are the two types of wheelchairs Motorized Rom helps pts that may have ... where should the cane be carried when walking on the uninjured side how to walk with an cane move the cane and injured forward then move the uninjured following how to walk with a cane going up and own the stairs move the cane and uninjured leg up or down the stairs then follow by the injured where should the walker be leveled at hip level how to walk with an walker pick the walker move it followed then follow by moving yourself forward right after what should the pt never do with the walker dont slide the walker when trying to walk the pt should always make sure that the walker has all 4 legs on the floor how to put on an arm sling the arm should be at an 90 degree angle then slide the injured arm into the sling opeening lastly adjust the sling around the back of your neck on the side of the uninjured arm what should alaway be checked after puting on an arm sling check arm and fingers for circulation how to walk with an crutch move the crutch in front of you by putting your wt on on the handles with your hand instead of your arm on the padding the and step out with your uninjured feet on the floor follow with swing your injured feet w/o touching the floor always
what should the pt while walking with an crutches never do put their wt on the arms of padding but instead put wt on the handles with their hands regular exercises improves circulation who does ROM exercises apply to individuals that cant do strenuous exercise Define ROM exercise any body action involving muscles, joints, and natural directional movements whats active ROM excerise the exercise is done independently whats passive ROM exercise the exercise is done with assistant whats abduction moving away from the midline of the body whats an adduction moving toward the midline of the body What's dorsiflexion? Extension of the entire foot as if taking foot off an pedal What's extension? The opposite of flexion; a straightening movement What's flexion? Bending the elbow or clenching a hand into a fist are examples of flexion. What's hyperextension? Overextending a limb or body part beyond the normal limit. What's inversion? The movement of the sole toward the median plane (same as when an ankle is twisted) Plantar Flexion Flexion of the entire foot as if pressing an automobile pedal What's rotation? A motion that turns a part on its axis (the head rotates on the neck)
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when standing your feet are your base of support. stand with your feet apart for a wider base of support & more balance.
Which of the following practices is recommended to help maintain a safe home environment for a patient using an ambulatory aid quizlet?Which of the following practices is recommended to help maintain a safe home environment for a patient using an ambulatory aid? Keep floors free of spills and clutter. When using crutches, patients should place them approximately four to five inches in front and ____ inches to the side of their heels.
What angle degree should a patient's arm be placed when applying a sling?Another important aspect of proper sling use is to make sure your arm is in a neutral position at your side. Your upper arm should remain directly to your side and in line with the rest of your body. At the same time, it is important to keep your forearm at a 45° angle to your hip.
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When standing it is recommended that you point your feet Blank and about shoulder width apart quizlet?
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