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100

What is one way friends, family, or pets in the home can create unintentional fall hazards

what is toys, laundry, clutter, etc

100
If you are using a walker or wheelchair, what is one way you can transfer food or water from the kitchen to the table 

A bag attached to the walker/wheelchair, have assistance from family

100

What should be in the bathtub to prevent falls?

grab bars, non slip mats

100

Name two fall hazards you might encounter from moving from the car to the pharmacy?

Stairs, curbs, rocks, trash, etc

100

What is an assistive device that can help with mobility?

Walker, wheelchair, cane, etc

200

What is a piece of adaptive equipment that can help with getting dressed

What is a sock aid, reacher, etc

200

What can you use to put out a grease fire

cover flames with a metal lid, smother with baking soda or salt, fire extinguisher, call 911

200

Name a fall hazard in the bathroom 

wet floors, rugs, shower/tub w/ out grab bars or non slip mats

200
When entering a community building with your wheelchair or walker, what should you look for to make it easier to get inside?
ramps, elevator, handicap entrance, automatic doors.
200

True or false: placing your feet far in front of you can help you stand up easier?

False

300

Name two fall risks you could encounter in the living areas of your home 

What is stairs, clutter, poor lighting, rugs, etc

300

When opening the oven, where should you stand with your walker or wheel chair 

off to the side, not directly in front.

300
What is a piece of adaptive equipment that can help with getting bathed

shower chair/tub bench, long handled sponge, detachable shower head, etc 

300

What is an outdoor hazard that might be present during the current season? 

wet ground following rain?
300

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?

Shift your weight periodically. (i.e lean left to right, tilt back in w/c.) 

400

When you go home after being in the hospital, you may get tired more easily. What are two ways you can preserve your energy during the day?

Pacing, prioritizing, planning, positioning. (energy conservation)

400

Identify two areas in the kitchen that may be unsafe 

The stove/oven, wet floors, items high up in cabinets, etc 

400

What is the best place to store your medications?

Keep it in the same place, bathroom/kitchen counter out of reach from pets/kids
400
What are two alternative modes of transportation you could use if you are unable to drive yourself to an appointment or event?

Uber/lyft, medical transport, family/friends, community transport such as public transportation.

400

Is it okay to pull up from your walker to stand?

NO, walkers are not stable enough and can tip back when you pull up on them.

500
What plans could you put in place in the event of an emergency while you are at home 

What is life alert, cell phone on you at all times, smart watch w/ fall detection, family present 24/7, caregivers

500

what is one way you can have someone reorganize your kitchen to make it more accessible?

Keep items on the counter with in reach, have a chair present when completing cooking/cleaning tasks. 

500

If you feel unsure taking a bath or shower while alone, what is something you can do as a precaution while you bathe? 

Wait for assistance & do a sponge bath.

500

When going up stairs or a curb, which foot should you go up with first? Which foot should you come down with first?

Up with the good, down with the bad.

500

If you drop something on the floor, how can you pick it up safely while sitting in the wheelchair?

use the reacher, ask for assistance, etc