Mobility and Safety
To prevent falls while walking or moving my wheelchair in the hospital, I should always wear these on my feet.
What are non-slip shoes or sneakers?
My care team gave me a specific food texture and liquid thickness for safety. To avoid problems at meals, I should always do this—and ask staff if I’m not sure.
What is follow my prescribed diet texture/thickened liquid plan and check with staff before eating something different?
To stay safe in the bathroom, I can use these items in the shower or tub for support and balance.
What are grab bars and non-slip mats?
Signs of dehydration
What is dizziness, rapid breathing or heart rate, dark colored urine, dry mouth, trouble urinating?
The name of this facility
What is Arbor Valley?
To follow my NWB precautions during transfers, I must remember to do this with my affected leg.
What is keep it off the ground and avoid putting weight on it?
To help keep food and liquid from “going down the wrong pipe,” I should do this with my body during meals—and stay that way for at least 30 minutes afterward. How to position your body when eating
What is sit fully upright (about 90°) and remain upright after eating?
To avoid injury when reaching for something on a high shelf, I should never do this.
What is stand on a chair or unstable surface?
Safety in hot weather
what is use sunscreen, drink water, limit time in heat?
Next month
What is August?
Before I get out of bed or a chair, I should always make sure to do this with my equipment, like my walker or wheelchair.
What is make sure it's within reach and properly locked or positioned?
Do this to reduce risk for bacteria entering your lungs
What is brush your teeth?
If I get up during the night, I should make sure of this to avoid accidents.
What is turn on a night light or make sure the path is well-lit?
Benefits of good hydration
What is improved brain function, improved digestion, increased energy, weight loss, decreased joint pain, increased heart health, etc?
The case manager
Who is Cassidy?
Before I stand up or walk, I should always do this to help prevent dizziness or falls.
What is sit at the edge of the bed and wait a few moments before standing or stand for a moment before walking?
How to reduce acid reflux
What is sitting upright 30 mins after a meal, drinking thoughout the meal, identifying trigger foods, ect
To be prepared for emergencies, I should keep one of these easily accessible with important phone numbers and medical information.
What is an emergency contact list or medical alert system? unsafe - you should not give out personal information over the phone to strangers
Do this if you forgot to take your medication for a few days
What is call your doctor?
The nurse today
Who is Ray or Eric?
safe or unsafe: pushing a wheelchair to help you balance when walking?
What is UNSAFE
To reduce my risk of choking, I should take these kinds of bites and sips, and make sure I’ve done this before taking the next one.
What are small bites and sips, and make sure I’ve swallowed completely before taking more?
Do this to prevent tripping
What is removing clutter from the floor, wearing appropriate footwear, increasing the lighting, etc?
To stay cool and safe, I should avoid going outdoors during this part of the day.
What is the hottest part of the day—typically between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.?
This is the date today
What is Thursday July 17th, 2025