What is OT?
What ages can occupational therapists work with?
All ages!
Name an assistive device.
Walker,cane,etc.
Name an intrinsic factor.
Lower-extremity weakness
Impaired balance
Fear of falling
Side effects of medications
Where can you find increased risks for falls outside?
Street, buildings, sidewalk
Hold onto ____ ____in the bathroom while toileting.
Grab bars
OTs can help with ____ of daily living.
Activities
This exercise can aid in preventing falls.
Heel raises, leg extension, balance exercises
Name an extrinsic factor.
Anything in the outside environment/obstacle
Always use _____ when walking up and down stairs.
Handrails
Be sure there is proper____ when navigating/walking around the room.
Lighting
Name an example of an occupation.
Any meaningful life activity.
What activities can you participate in to decrease falls?
Exercise,yoga, Tai chi
Hold on to stair rails when walking up and down the stairs is an example of a_________.
Extrinsic Factor
In the winter it is important to be aware of _____.
Black ice,snow, slippery surfaces
Make sure bedside items are within safe___ from the bed.
Reach,distance
OTs help promote____ and prevent _____.
Health,injury
T/F Falls are a normal part of aging.
False
Fear of falling is an example of an ______.
Intrinsic Factor
Look out for these when walking on the sidewalk.
Uneven surfaces,curbs,steps,obstacles,other people
The ____should be flat and secured to the floor with carpet tape or rubber backing or be removed.
Carpet,throw rug
Name the role of OT in assisting with fall prevention.
Safely performing daily task
Modifying home environments
Changing activity patterns and behaviors
Everything
How can you prevent falls in your home/extrinsic factors?
Clean away clutter
Each room should have the right amount of lighting
Stay away from floor polishes and waxes
Hold on to stair rails when walking up and down the stairs
Install grab bars around the tub and toilet
What are some outdoor precautions you have encountered?
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Name 3 precautions that may be found in the bedroom.
Bed covers,shoes,clothes,cords, rugs