what type of mat can help you reduce falling or slipping inside your bathtub or shower?
rubber/non-slip mat
what can you add to improve our ability to see in your home? A. bright lighting B. dimmer yellow lights C. fairy lights
A. bright lighting
natural anxiety surrounding the sensation of falling or loss of balance, causing you to stiffen up and increase risk of falling
fear of falling
for safe walking, in what order should you step? Starting with your weak leg or your strong leg first?
First weak leg into the walker, then stronger leg
what is a health promoting checkup you should do every year for your eyes
annual vision checkup
which shoes are safer? A. bath slippers B. non-skid sneakers C. flip-flops D. none, socks
non-skid sneakers
when in your room, what must always be kept close in case there is an emergency and you need to call for help?
call-bell
biggest reason people are unable to move as well as one used to? A. being unwilling to move B. reduced muscle strength C. forgetting how to move normally
reduced muscle strength
when you are transitioning from sitting to standing where should you place your arms to help you stand up?
push up from your armrests
what is a health promoting checkup you should do every year for your ears
annual hearing checkup
what can you use if you drop your napkin on the floor? A. reach as far as you can B. reacher C. leave it on the floor
B. reacher
what is something you can ask your family or friends to help you with in your home right away for safety? A. open the windows B. remove clutter from floors C. wipe down the floors
B. remove clutter from floors
what should you prioritize in order to regain or maintain your physical capabilities?
physical activity
How should you stand up to prevent feeling "dizzy-headed?" A. get up as fast as possible B. stand up slowly
B. Stand up Slowly
When you need help getting out of bed, what should you do?
what should you do in shower/bathing tasks for safety purposes? A. sit on shower bench B. stand whilst closing eyes to wash hair C. step out onto clear floor right after finishing
A. shower bench
what do some businesses have in front of their building that reduce fear of falling in public? A. colorful decorations B. water fountains C. ramps and handrails
C. ramps and handrails
what do these things constitute? loose rugs, cluttered floors, uneven pavement
tripping hazards
when actively turning to lower self onto the commode or shower bench which option is safer? A. Turn and back up self until both legs are against the surface B. Immediately reach for grab bar
A. Turn and back up self until both legs are against the surface
Biggest mistake with wheelchair use that leads to falls
Not locking wheelchair![]()
what types of clothes are preferred to reduce tripping? A. non-drag clothes B. wide-pocket clothes C. pants or dresses that go past your ankles
A. non-drag clothes
what is a strategy you can use when in front of your room? A. go straight in B. scan the environment C. go on your phone whilst moving
B. scan the environment
multitasking, using your phone, lacking environmental awareness, and staring straight down means ____
inattentive walking
what safety task must you do before getting out of your wheelchair
lock your brakes![]()
Form of exercise that reduces falls in adults? A. Tai Chi B. basketball C. swimming
A. Tai Chi