Adaptive equipment
Margaret is having trouble buttoning her shirts. What is a tool she could use to help her?
Button hook
Judy can no longer reach behind her back to clasp her bra. What is one possible solution for getting her bra on?
1. Clasp bra in the front and turn around, then put arms through
2. Clasp and then pull over head
Art has back pain when he bends over and cannot cross his leg to put his pants on. What tool would you recommend to him?
Either long-handled reacher or dressing stick
It is recommended that you ALWAYS put your pants on while in what position?
Sitting
Your friend Louise invites you over, and she proudly gives you a tour of her home. You notice she has magazines, laundry, and cat toys littered on the floor in her room. How would this affect Louise's safety as she goes about her daily routine (eg getting dressed)?
FALL RISK!!!
Your neighbor Stevie has fallen 3 times in the past month. He likes to shave, brush his teeth, and then put his shirt on while standing in front of his mirror & sink in the bathroom. What is something you could recommend Stevie do to avoid further risk of falls?
Recommend Stevie have a chair to sit in before he fatigues
James is frustrated putting his shoes on because the longer he bends over, the more pain he is in. He asks for your advice, what would you recommend to him?
Elastic shoelaces, velcro, or slip-on shoes
How should Nancy put her socks on without using a sock aide?
Sitting, crossing her leg or elevating on a stool
Johnny is unable to reach the collar of his shirt to pull it off his head. What tool may help him?
A dressing stick
Tommy only wears Hawaiian shirts year-round. He has a weak Left arm. Which arm should Tommy dress first?
On with the bad, off with the good;) Tommy should pull with left arm through the armhole with his right hand.
George needs his walker to stand in order to pull his pants up. If George cannot stand, how is he able to pull his pants up?
Weight shifting and pulling over hips
Elanor is exhausted after waking up and completing half of her morning routine: going to the bathroom, brushing her teeth, making breakfast, and getting dressed. What would you recommend to her in order for her not to become too tired?
Pacing, planning, and prioritizing