Wheelchair Parts
Can you fold a manual wheelchair, Yes or No?
Yes
When removing items from a wheelchair for transportation, where should they be placed?
a) On the ground next to you
b) Wherever there is free space
c) Stored away where there is no potential safety concerns
d) Have someone else hold items after removing
C
Name 1 motor/adult learning principle
practicing
demonstrating
grading
feedback
motivation
Name 1 competency we used when making Larry's Intervention Plan
Role Clarification
Team Functioning
Interprofessional Resolution
Client and Family-Centered Care
Leadership
Interprofessional Communication
When moving down to remove foot pedals on a wheelchair, what is important to instruct the caregiver to do?
When bending down to remove items, do so at the hips and knees (not the waist) with a straight back
What do you call the front wheels of a wheelchair?
Casters
Before moving a client forward/backward, what should you do first?
Communicate direction of movement
Grading
How many Competencies are there?
6
When unfolding a wheelchair, what should you be mindful of when flattening the seat?
Being careful not to pinch your fingers
What are the removable parts of a wheelchair?
Cushion, armrests, footrests, wheels
Should the brakes be on or off when folding a wheelchair?
On
What are the 2 different types of feedback?
Internal and External
Which competency involves learners/practitioners understanding their own role and the roles of those in other professions?
Role Clarification
With your hip or foot
Name 1 safety feature on a wheelchair
Brakes
When descending a curb, should the caregiver instruct the wheelchair user to lean forward or backward?
forward
After demonstrating a wheelchair skill to Larry and the caregiver, What should you have them do?
Practice the skill
Which competency involves the input and values of the client, caregiver, and family?
Client and Family Centered
T or F, the body mechanics of the caregiver is our main concern when teaching wheelchair skills
F - client body mechanics are equally important
If Larry were to foot propel, how many footrests would he use?
1 foot rest
What signals should you look for from Larry before moving him?
thumbs up/down
You're the clinician teaching Larry and his caregiver wheelchair skills that can be used for easier community mobility and engagement. You explain to Larry that learning these skills will be beneficial when traveling to attend Elks club or visiting friends in his community. What motor/adult learning principle is being used?
Motivation/Individualize
What is the goal of all CIHC competencies?
Interprofessional Collaboration
When ascending a curb, What is 1 thing a caregiver should pay attention to?
Using the wheels to ascend and not lifting with your arms or hyperextending your back