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Bilateral Tasks: One Hand Versus Static Prosthesis

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1.  Which of the following statements is TRUE? Persons with hemiplegia, brachial plexus injury, or other shoulder, arm, hand trauma can benefit from adaptive strategies and even the static prosthetic technology when applied to a forearm cuff. The strategies shared in this presentation will only be helpful for persons with upper limb absence. Problems faced by the target populations are will not impact their health, well-being or quality of life. here are no gaps in care experienced by the target populations.

2.  Which of the following describes a static prosthesis? Non-functional Moveable with a cable Non-articulating, and may be aesthetic or activity-specific, and functional None of the above

3.  Which of the following statements is TRUE about static terminal devices? These TDs offer function and satisfaction to many users. These TDs are less expensive and cost-effective. These TDs offer function by their ability to support, stabilize, bear weight, assist, and type. All of the above

4.  Why was the PEOP Model recommended? It is a commonly used model. It considers the target population as a whole, engagement, outcomes, and prescriptions. It considers the individual client factors, the activities they need/want to perform, the desired levels of participation and performance, and the environmental factors. None of the above

5.  Tips & tricks that were recommended include which combination of the following? Considering diverse solutions, using other anatomy, the environment, assistive/adaptive equipment and other common objects to support, position, stabilize Only using the prosthesis as the primary hand Using only approved medical and rehabilitative devices to augment function None of the above