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WorksheetsGait, Assistive Devices, and Wheelchairs
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which one of the following devices is the LEAST supportive
Forearm crutches
Quad cane
Standard Walker
Axillary crutches
Sierra is 1 day post surgery for an ACL and meniscus repair. Her surgeon has put her on NWB restrictions at this time. What gait pattern would be most appropriate for Sierra?
Modified 4 point
2 point
3 point
Modified 2 point
When rising to a standing position which of the below statements is correct?
Use both hands to push through the assistive device
Scoot to the back of the chair and lean forward
Place the stronger leg slightly posterior to the weaker leg
Maintain the COG posterior to the BOS
Proper seat depth for a standard wheelchair should be which of the following?
Front edge of the seat touching the user's popliteal fold
2-3 fingers between the front edge of the seat and the user's popliteal fold
One hands width between the front edge of the seat and the user's popliteal fold
Front edge of the seat touching the proximal 1/3 of the gastroc soleus complex
While there may be exceptions, generally speaking a physical therapist should guard a patient while standing where? (Choose the statement that is MOST appropriate)
In front of the patient
Either side of the patient
To the back behind the weaker leg/side
To the back behind the stronger leg/side
When instructing a patient in a 3 point partial weight bearing gait pattern with crutches, what is the correct sequence of steps?
Move the crutches and the weaker leg forward together, then advance the stronger leg
Step with the strong leg first, then move the crutches and the weak leg together
Move the strong leg first, then the weak leg, and finally the crutches
Move both crutches forward, then bring the weaker leg forward, followed by the stronger leg
Which of the following is the most appropriate placement for a gait belt on a patient?
Around the patient's hips, loosely so they can move freely
Directly on the patient's skin, beneath their clothing
Under the patient's armpits, tightly secured to prevent falls
Around the patient's waist, over clothing, ensuring it is snug but not restrictive
Which of the following indicates proper fit for a standard wheelchair?
The footrests are high enough that the patient's feet dangle freely without touching the footplates
The patient's elbows are slightly above the armrests when shoulders are relaxed
The patient's hips are touching both sides of the seat, indicating a snug and secure fit
There is approximately a 2 inch clearance between the patient's hips and the side of the seat
A four point gait pattern would be appropriate when the patient requires all of the following EXCEPT
A wider BOS
Slower speed of ambulation
Greater safety
Compliance with a NWB restriction
When a patient loses their balance backward while you are guarding them during gait you should use your hand on their shoulder to push them forward
True
False
