History
Lori's Hands was founded here
What is Newark, Delaware
COPD primarily affects this organ system
What is Respiratory Sysyem (Lungs)
Two ways to help someone who experiences social isolation.
What are regular visits and phone calls?
This human organ uses approximately 20% of the body's total energy despite making up only about 2% of its weight.
What is the brain?
What is hypertension?
Lori's Hands is named after
Lori LaFave, the mother of the founder, Sarah, who suffered from breast cancer
This type of diabetes occurs when the body cannot effectively use insulin or does not produce enough of it.
What is Type 2 diabetes?
An adaptation that allows someone with limited mobility to continue gardening.
What is a raised garden bed?
This is the only group of mammals capable of sustained powered flight.
What are bats?
Around ___ of chronic illnesses are invisible
What is 96% (j be in the 80+ range)
The Detroit, MI chapter opened up on this year
Damage to these structures can interfere with sensation, coordination, and fine motor skills
What are nerves?
A tool that could help someone with mild cognitive impairment remember appointments and daily responsibilities.
What is a visual calendar or reminder system?
This country has more pyramids than Egypt.
What is Sudan?
_ in 4 adults live with chronic illnesses in the US
3
The UofM RSO opened this year
This term describes difficulty breathing, a common symptom experienced by individuals with COPD.
What is dyspnea?
A client enjoys cooking but experiences pain and difficulty standing for long periods. Name two adaptations that could help them continue cooking.
What are seated meal preparation and pre-cut ingredients
This is the only continent that lies in all four hemispheres.
What is Africa?
Chronic conditions account for __ of annual medical costs
90%
Besides Delaware and Michigan, what other state does LH operate in?
Maryland
This chronic condition can cause persistent joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain, making everyday activities like opening jars or getting dressed more difficult.
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
A client tells you that they no longer feel independent because their chronic illness has made several activities they once enjoyed difficult. Develop three strategies a volunteer could use to help restore their sense of independence and improve their quality of life.
many diff answers!
This human bone is the smallest in the body and is located in the middle ear.
What is the stapes?
This is the most common cancer in the US
What is prostate cancer?