Managing Money
What coin is copper and has Abraham Lincoln on the front of it?
Penny
Encompass Health has a safety moto. Finish the saying: "Call, _ _"
Don't fall!
Who should you contact here if you are allergic or if you don't like certain foods?
How many minutes is two hours?
120 minutes.
Who administers your medications while you here at Encompass Health?
Your nurse!
What should you do if you bring your purse or wallet with you to Encompass Health.
Tell a staff member to lock it up in the safe!
Where in the home do most accidents or falls happen?
Bathroom.
What two things should you avoid if you are a diabetic?
1. Sodium
2. Sugars
While at Encompass Health, how many hours of therapy do you get daily?
Three hours.
How often are you taking a medication if the doctor prescribed it for every four hours?
Six times.
How much do you owe if you buy two dozen of eggs for $2.00 each?
$4.00
Is it safe to have extension cords lying around your home?
NO! They are a fall hazard.
What is the recommended amount (in percent) for males and females to eat?
50%
If it's noon in Boston, what time is it in New York?
Noon.
Is it appropriate or safe to share your medications with your family or friends if they need them?
NO!
How much do you have if you have two quarters, three dimes, and two nickels?
$.90
As long as you are careful, is it okay to operate a lawn mower if you are having trouble moving your arms?
NO!
What age group has decreased appetite, less physical activity, and slower metabolisms?
Older adults.
Typically 3-4 hours.
Would it be appropriate to take a medication given to you if the medication looks different and the nurse did not explain what medication it is?
NO! Always ask your nurse what type of medications you are taking and why.
You received a bill from the hospital. On that bill, you noticed a charge for services dated the day after your discharge from the hospital. What do you do?
Call the hospital to find out why you are receiving this bill.
What type of footwear is acceptable to ambulate from the bed to the bathroom on any type of surface?
Grip socks and/or grip shoes
What type of foods should you eat if your blood sugar is very low and you are feeling dizzy? Protein or Carbs? How many grams of carbs are in one serving of a carbohydrate?
Carbs. Usually 15 grams, but check the nutrition label.
12:15 p.m.
If the doctor prescribed you a medication to take two tablets by mouth twice a day, how many tablets are you taking total for a whole week?
28 tablets.