Safety and Fall Prevention
If you are alone in your room and need to get out of the bed or chair, what should you do?
Press the call button and wait for help!
How often should you stretch?
Every day!
What is the primary muscle you use when bringing a fork to your mouth?
Bicep
How many days a week should you move your body?
Everyday!
This device can help you put your shoes on if they are too tight
Shoe horn
What is the most important first step to take before standing up from a wheelchair?
Lock the brakes!
What happens to your muscles due to lack of movement and exercise?
They become weak!
What exercise can you do while sitting in your chair to strengthen your quadriceps muscle?
Kicks
This warm up activity helps prepare muscles and joints for movement
Stretching
This device can help you put socks on
Sock Aide
Before sitting in a chair, what should you reach back to feel first?
Arm rests
What are some signs that indicate you should take a rest break while exercising?
Tightness in chest, shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness
What exercise can you do while sitting in your chair to strengthen your shoulder?
Shoulder flexion
You should aim to move your body for at least this many minutes most days of the week
30 minutes
This device helps you pick something off the floor
Reacher
What can you use in the bathroom that may help prevent a fall when getting on and off the toilet?
grab bars
How often should you perform your home exercise program?
At least twice a day
What primary muscle group do you primarily use when standing up from a chair?
Quadriceps
This simple activity is one of the best ways to stay active every day.
Walking
This device can help you wash your legs and feet in the shower if you can not reach them
Long handled sponge
What should you put on your feet before getting out of bed?
Non-Skid socks or shoes
How often should you readjust your position in the bed or chair in order to avoid skin break down?
Every 15-30 minutes
What exercise can you do in bed to strengthen your hip flexor muscles?
Straight leg raise
This type of exercise helps prevent falls by improving stability.
Balance Training
This device helps you button a shirt if you can't manage it by yourself
Button hook