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What are some unintentional fall hazards in the home?
Clutter, pets, poor lighting
How could you transfer food to the table if you are using a walker?
Walker tray
What should be in the bathtub to prevent a fall?
A tub transfer bench
What are 2 fall hazards you may encounter while walking from the car to the store?
Curbs, closed doors, uneven sidewalks
What is an assistive device that can help with mobility?
Wheelchair, rolling walker, 4-wheeled walker, cane, lofstrand crutches
What adaptive equipment can help you get dressed?
Reacher, sock aid, shoe horn, elastic shoelaces
How can you put out a grease fire?
Name a fall hazard in the bathroom
What should you look for when entering a building to make getting inside easier?
A handicap accessible door
True or false: placing your feet far in front of you can help you stand up easier
FALSE
Name 2 fall risks in the home
Throw rugs, extension cords, chairs on wheels
Where should you stand with a walker/wheelchair when opening the oven?
To the side of the oven
What is a piece of adaptive equipment that can help with getting bathed?
Shower chair, long handled sponge, hand-held shower head
What is something that could cause you to fall outside due to the current season?
Ice, heat exhaustion, slippery surfaces
How can you prevent pressure wounds?
Change positions every ~2 hours minimum, keep skin clean and dry
What are the 4 P's of energy conservation?
Pacing, prioritizing, planning, positioning
Identify 2 areas in the kitchen that may be unsafe
the stove and around sharp knives
Where is the best place to store your medication?
In a pill organizer on the counter
What could you do to get to an appointment if you cannot drive?
Uber health, rideshare apps, rides from friends/family, SCAT, transport services
Is it okay to pull up from your walker to stand?
NO!
What to do if you fall at home?
How could you reorganize your kitchen to make it safer?
Keep frequently used items within reach
If you're unsteady while bathing or showering, what is one way you could be safer?
Sit down, ask for help
When going up stairs or a curb, which foot should you go up with first?
Up with the good, down with the bad
If you drop something on the floor, what is the safest way to pick it up?
Use a reacher while sitting, ask for help