Adaptive Equipment
Define assistive or adaptive equipment.
any kind of tool or device that can simplify caregiving or make the environment safer for a patient
Name one hazard in your home you can eliminate to prevent falls.
Clutter, cords, etc.,
Public health problem
What is the design of buildings, products, and environments that are usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.
Universal Design
What adaptive equipment helps you pick up out of reach items with ease?
Reacher
In addition to AOTA/SAH, what other organization has a fall prevention checklist available as a resource?
CDC
The number of older adults is expected to ______ by the year 2040.
double to over 14 million
What are the benefits of universal design?
Enhances accessibility for all users, promotes social inclusion and independence, increases safety and usability, reduces need for costly adaptations later, benefits everyone - regardless of age or ability
Name three adaptive equipment items or home modifications that may be found in a bath or shower?
Shower chair, tub bench, grab bars, HHSH, non-slip mats, etc.
Name one visual fall prevention strategy encouraged among patients who are legally blind.
High contrast, increased lighting, assistive devices, clear pathways, etc.
A 2023 CDC study identified that approximately ____ older adults die from a fall each day.
100
How wide should doorways or high traffic home areas be?
Name three adaptive equipment items or home modifications that may be found with toileting.
Commode, raised toilet seat, grab bars, safety frame. etc/
Name the outcome measure utilized to determine the fear of falling among patient populations.
Falls Efficacy Scale (FES)
How many federal fall prevention programs exist?
Nine
Name 2 of the top 5 aging in place considerations from the Youtube video.
Make sure you have space for easy/direct mobility, non-slip flooring, grab bars & shower seats, adjustable lighting, quality of life improvements (towel warmers, walk in tubs, etc.)
Name three mobility aides.
Walkers/rollators/canes, lifts, wheelchairs
What are the three evidence-based fall prevention strategies discussed in today's presentation?
Exercise (or physical rehab), home assessments, home modifications.
Name the federal fall prevention program responsible for the study discussed in today's presentation
Name at least 3 of 7 universal design principles.
Equitable Use, Flexibility in Use, Simple & Intuitive, Perceptible Information, Tolerance for Error, Low Physical Effort, Size and Space for Approach & Use