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Details Title: Rehabilitation Techniques Description: Exam I Review Total Flash Cards: 12 Created: 09/24/2006 16:30:18	To study from this set of flash cards, or to create your own your own study flash cards, register HERE. If you are already a registered user, CLICK HERE.
Cards Term Standard WheelChair Measurements Definition 18 Width Term If a patient had difficulty grasping the wheel due to intrinsic muscle weakness what could be an option for the patient? Definition Peg Wheels Term What is the purpose of the tilt in space wheelchairs Definition Pressure Relief Term If the leg rest is too long it will cause problems with__________? Definition Increased Pressure Term What does a sling seat cause? Definition Hip IR Term What type of seat cushion provides the BEST pressure relief? Definition Air Filled Cushions Term A Wheelchair that is wide will make propulsion__________? Definition More Difficult Term What are two things that Proper Seat height will assist the patient with? Definition Transfers, Foot Propulsion, interaction with peers Term Universal Design- Definition structures and dwellings should meet the requirements of all people Term Indications for TiltTable Definition Orthostatic hypotension Inability to weight bear Inability to tolerate upright position Balance problems poor trunk control Term COntraindications for Tilt Table Definition At risk for detrimental diaphoretic response (adverse change in heart rate or blood pressure) Bilateral NWB status Unstable medical condition Term Precautions for Tilt Table Definition History of CVA History of cardiac disease Unstable blood pressure Decreased cognitive status Hypertension/Hypotension