Exam Preview for 1164: Seating and Positioning: Common Clinical Con

Seating and Positioning: Common Clinical Considerations

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1. Which of the following is considered optimal seated position? Head in neutral with gaze forward. Elbows resting at 90 degrees of flexion on armrests. Equal weight bearing through the ischial tuberosities All of the above
2. Which of the following statements about the pelvis is true? Whatever the pelvis does, the spine will follow. Proximal stability starts at the pelvis. A neutral pelvis position is when the ASIS and PSIS are level. All of the above.
3. Anterior pelvic tilt is commonly a result of weak abdominals, obesity and increased lumbar lordosis. Which of the following are technical considerations that may result in Anterior pelvic tilt: Anterior slope of the seat Seat depth too long Sling upholstery Footplate placement
4. Skin assessment is an integral part of positioning evaluation. When documenting pressure ulcers the following should be considered: Location Size Severity All the above
5. Commonly referred to as “windswept” deformity, this clinical complexity is called: Lumbar Lordosis Scoliosis Pelvic Obliquity Thoracic Kyphosis
6. Commonly seen in obesity, excessive curvature in the lumbar spine area is known as: Kyphosis Lordosis Scoliosis Anterior Pelvic Tilt
7. Upon palpation of the pelvis, it is noted that the ASIS is higher than PSIS, this is called: Posterior Pelvic Tilt Anterior Pelvic Tilt Pelvic Rotation Pelvic Obliquity
8. Improper seating on a cushion that causes more pressure on one hip can cause: Kyphosis Pelvic Obliquity Pelvic Rotation Pelvic Tilt
9. If the wheelchair seat depth is too long, it can cause: Posterior Pelvic Tilt Impede circulation to lower legs Anterior Pelvic Tilt a and b
10. Which type of wheelchair is 18” in width, 16” in depth, and 17 ½” floor to seat height: Standard adult Narrow adult Reclining Hemi-Height