Name one occupational therapist
Meghan
Adrian
Amy
This piece of equipment is a total body work out. Arms and legs are both used.
NuStep
What is one piece of clothing that could help prevent a fall? Typically goes on the lower half of the body
Shoes
When are ADLs performed?
EVERYDAY!
Name this device and its purpose
Reacher, Grabber
To reach things on the ground if you are unable to bend over
Name one Physical Therapist
Jim
Naida
Ben
Rachna
Rob
What is the hand held piece of equipment helps to exercise the arms?
Free-weight, dumb bell
Name an assistive device for mobility
Cane
Walker
Wheelchair
What are 2 areas of self-care? (part of a daily routine)
Bathing
Dressing
Toileting
Feeding
Hygiene
Name this device and its function
Sock Aide
Helps to get socks on
Name the speech therapist
Laura
This piece of equipment looks like a long tube, it comes in different weights. Helps to exercise the arms
Weighted bar
Many elderly people lose this with age. This contributes to falls and tripping. It may be due to vision changes or vertigo.
Balance
Who primarily focuses on ADLs?
Occupational Therapists
Name this Device and its purpose
Helps to get LB clothing on
Name 5 therapy staff members
Meghan, Amy, Adrian
Naida, Rachna, Jim, Rob, Ben
Patty
Laura
This piece of equipment is used for just your arms. It is seated on the table and your arms go in circular motions
Arm bike
What is one way to maintain strength for walking and other functional tasks?
Exercise
What self-care area most often prevents people from returning home?
Lack of ability to perform toileting care
Name this device and its function
Use this to wash bodily areas that are unreachable
What is the Nursing home administrators name?
Kenyatta
**We don't have this at Greene Meadows**
This piece of exercise equipment is stationary. A person stands on it and walks or runs in place.
Treadmill
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in patients older than _____.
65
What does ADL stand for?
Activities of Daily Living
Name this device and its function
Angled spoon
Use this for people who have difficulty with arm ROM during self-feeding