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WHEELCHAIR: COMPONENTS AND SAFETY TEST 2025-2026. QUESTIONS & CORRECT ANSWERS. GRADED A
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Client has loss of functional ambulation with UE weakness, incoordination , and fatigue , but has ability to perform pressure relief and inability to functionally propel a MWC. If they have Tight areas of home: - ANSBasic power wheelchair Client has loss of functional ambulation with UE weakness , incoordination , and fatigue but has ability to perform pressure relief and inability to functionally propel a MWC. If they have a Wide, open floor plan at home: - ANSScooter Client has permanent loss of ambulation , and some loss of strength , coordination , fatigue , or is an active full - time user. Able to propel a manual wheelchair ( MWC ) if very lightweight. - ANSUltralightweight adjustable MWC Client has severe UE weakness , difficulty with pressure relief , a progressive or neurological disorder , and difficulty with positioning. - ANSComplex power wheelchair Client has temporary loss of ambulation from surgery , etc. - ANSLightweight rental MWC (manual wheelchair)
Client safety - ANS• Lock wheel locks during transfers !!!
•sitting tolerance -to allow participation in work and leisure activities ( comfort ) no flat inserts ( rubber or foam filled ) : - ANSa compromise, kinda in between pneumatic air filled wheels are better on - ANSuneven terrain (more cushioned ride) Power wheelchairs feature options (if custom instead of standard model)- Armrest - ANS• Fixed
Power wheelchairs feature options (if custom instead of standard model)- LEGRESTS - ANS• elevating , removable , or calf strap -elevating : typically recommended for edema but won't elevate high enough to get feet above heart !! das tilt
T or F: casters has the same factors as wheels - ANSTrue Tilt - ANS•pressure relief : 45 degrees or more •gravity assisted •moves client while they stay in a seated position Tilt pros - ANS• edema control : feet above heart •reduces shearing forces What are the 2 types of Frame style - ANSFolding vs rigid frame What factor influences Weight and what should you n client consider? - ANS•Material -Titanium -aluminum -steel Consider •Expected wear & tear