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Accessible Home Modifications

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1.  When recommending a modification for a patient’s home it is best to … identify based on what you think your patient would prefer and could afford and only present that choice customize for the individual based on their functional needs and task analysis only recommend solutions that have the ADA approval or label look through medical equipment catalogs to find the best equipment possible only provide solutions which will enhance the beauty of the home, regardless of cost

2.  Which of the following is NOT a commonly used tool for accessibility evaluations a) photo/video device Photo/video device Inclinometer Tape measure Paper and pencil for drawing floor plans TENS device

3.  Which written evaluation instrument provides an interdisciplinary form for the patient/family, therapist, and contractor to collaboratively communicate? Rebuilding together evaluation CHER – Specialized home design SCOPE Access evaluation tool ABCs of accessibility evaluation none of them

4.  Which of the following is NOT a consideration with grab bar selection? Color contrast Grip ability The brand name of the grab bar Customized placement for the individual Bacterial resistance

5.  What is the appropriate ramp incline for an individual’s home? 1” rise to 12” of run 1” of rise to 18” of run 2” of rise to 12” of run 1” of rise to 8” of run Appropriate slope is dependent on individual needs and caregiver considerations including, type of wheelchair, ability of wheelchair user and ability of caregiver/s

6.  Which of the following transfer lift systems allows caregivers easiest assistance with proper positioning of the patient who requires dependent transfer assist when used in combination with tilt in space chair? Manual sit to stand lift Power hoyer lift Power sit to stand lift Ceiling lift Power hoyer

7.  Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a power sit to stand transfer lift? It allows an option for safe caregiver assisted transfers into a tub It promotes weight bearing It allows access and assistance for toileting and hygiene It typically requires the ability of the individual to assist with bed mobility transitions You may utilize these lifts for safe protected ambulation by removing the footplate

8.  The following lift option allows a trained caregiver to assist with stair management in the community as well as in the home. Convertastep lift Vertical platform lift Portable caregiver assisted stair lifter Inclined platform lift Stair lift

9.  What lift option is most appropriate for the dependent patient to address bathroom accessibility, positioning in the wheelchair, bed-wheelchair transfers, and body weight support training when indicated? Manual hoyer lift Power sit to stand lift Ceiling lift Power hoyer lift Manual sit to stand transfer lift

10.  Sling systems for ceiling lift systems can address the following needs for patients/caregivers except… Assisting to elevate a limb for wound care or personal cares Providing a hammock for your caregiver to take a nap in Potential for independent self-transfers in certain cases Allowing access for hygiene cares Rolling and repositioning in bed