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What is one way friends, family , or pets in the home can create unintentional fall hazards
By causing a trip, Moving in front of you when walking
If you are using a walker or wheelchair, what is one way you can transfer food or water from from the kitchen to the table
Use a walker tray or basket that attaches
What should be in the bathtub to prevent a fall
Grab bars
Name two fall hazards you might encounter while moving from the car to the pharmacy
Fall getting out of the car, Trip on the curb, fall tring to go through door over thresshold...
What is an assistive device that can help with mobility
Cane, walker, rollator, wheelchair, crutches, scooter, power chair
What is a piece of equipment that can help with getting dressed?
Dressing stick, sock aid, reacher
What can you use to put out a grease fire?
Cover the flame, baking soda, fire extinquisher
Name a fall hazard in the bathroom
bath mat, wet floor
When entering a community building with your wheelchair or walker, what should you look for to make it easier to get inside?
Ramp
True or False: Placing your feet far in front of you can help you stand up easier?
FALSE
Name 2 fall risks you could encounter in the living room of your home
Cords, cables, rugs, baskets, decor, pet supplies,
When opening the oven where should you stand with your walker or wheelchair?
To the side
What piece of equipment can help with getting bathed
long handle sponge
What is an outdoor hazard that might be present during the current season?
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Sitting for a long period of time can put you at risk for skin breakdown or pressure injuries. What can you do to reduce the pressure from sitting?
weight shift, readjust position, wheel chair push up, gel or foam or air cushion
When you go home after being in the hospital, you may get tired more easily. What are 2 ways you can preserve your energy during the day?
Pace activities, take breaks, prioritize, plan, positioning
Identify 2 areas in the kitchen that may be unsafe.
Where is the best place to store your medication?
Medicine cabinet, elevated secure shelf
What are 2 modes of transportation you could use if you are unable to drive yourself to an appointment or event?
Medical trassport/ pick up, family, friend, neighbor, Uber, Lyft
Is it okay to pull up from your walker when attempting to stand?
No
Life line, life alert, keep phone nearby, program security alarm to call emercecy contact
What is one way you could reorganize your kitchen to make it more accessible
Pull all things from high shelves and place them on lower ones
What can you do to ensure your safety when you are bathing?
Sit on a shower chair
When going up stairs or a curb which foot should you go up with FIRST? Which should you come down with FIRST
UP with strong/ good, DOWN with weak/ bad
If you drop something on the floor, how can you pick it up safely while sitting in the wheelchair?
Use a reacher, grabber