TRUE OR FALSE: The distance walked matters more than your safety while walking
What is FALSE? Quality matters more than quantity
TRUE OR FALSE: You should always step into your pants while standing up
What is FALSE? You should thread your feet into your pants while seated to prevent tripping.
TRUE OR FALSE: You should pull up on your walker to stand up
What is FALSE? You should push up from your chair.
TRUE OR FALSE: After showering, you should dry off completely before moving around the bathroom
TRUE OR FALSE: If you become dizzy you should push through and keep going
What is FALSE? You should sit down somewhere safely.
This device has 2 wheels
What is Walker?
This device helps you put on shoes without bending down
What is a Shoe Horn?
What you should always do before standing up from a wheelchair
What is Lock The Brakes?
This is within reach if you need to call for help while on the toilet
What is a Call Button?
These body parts should be checked annually to allow you to avoid tripping hazards
What are your Eyes?
This device is held in one hand
What is Cane?
This device helps you put on pants without bending down
What is a Reacher or Dressing Stick?
This common household item is located on the floor and is a tripping hazard
What are Rugs?
This is something to hold onto for balance
What is a Grab Bar?
This keeps you from slipping on slick floors
What are Non-Skid Socks and Shoes?
This device has 4 wheels and a seat
What is Rollator?
This device modifies tennis shoes to eliminate the need to tie your shoelaces
What are Elastic Shoelaces?
To help with momentum, during a transfer you should lean ______
What is Forward?
This device can be placed in a shower or tub to allow for a safe place to sit
What is a Shower Chair?
This tool can help brighten walking paths throughout the home at night
What are Nightlights?
This device allows the person to sit down and push themselves around with 2 big wheels
What is a Wheelchair?
This device helps you put on socks without bending down
What is a Sock Aid?
This wearable device helps your therapist support you during transfers
What is a Gait Belt?
This device helps you wash your body without bending down
What is a Long Handled Sponge and Shower Head?
This device lets you carry items while using a walker
What is a Walker Basket?