Wheelchairs

Question 1

standard wheelchair

Answer 1

holds up to 200 lbs.

self propelled

Question 2

have duty wheelchair

Answer 2

holds greater then 200 lbs.

wider space

Question 3

pediatric wheelchair

Answer 3

children up to 6

can be specialized

Question 4

junior/narrow wheelchair

Answer 4

recommended for over 6

adolescent children or small adults

Question 5

amputee wheelchair

Answer 5

unilateral or bilateral lower extremity amputation

wheelchair mod. increases BOS and prevents backward tipping by positioning wheels 2 inches posterior to back support

Question 6

hemiplegic wheelchair

Answer 6

allows for uninvolved arm and leg to propel

wheelchair height lower than standard by 2 inches to accommodate pt. propulsion

Question 7

tilt in space

Answer 7

pediatric or adult

increased tone or severe spasms in lower extremity

pts. with poor upper body space

90 degrees always

Question 8

reclining wheelchair

Answer 8

extended backrest allows semi and full recline

poor head and neck control

Question 9

sport chair

Answer 9

lightweight, reinforced frame, canted wheels for tilts and turns, low seat for body tucks

Question 10

power chair

Answer 10

pts unable to self propel

Question 11

companion chair

Answer 11

lightweight, four casters, pushed by companion

Question 12

Wheelchair Measurements:

Answer 12

seat height: heel to popliteal fold, +2

leg rest: heel to popliteal fossa, -2

foot plates: 2 inches from floor

seat width: posterior of buttocks while sat, +2

seat depth: posterior, lateral buttocks to popliteal fossa, -2

back seat height: buttocks to axilla, -4

Question 13

ADA Regulations for Ramps:

Answer 13

36-48 inches wide; no more than 1-inch rise for each foot of vertical rise (length); ramps longer then 30 feet will need to change direction and may need landing area

Question 14

Pressure Relief Strategies:

Answer 14

30-90 seconds every 15-30 minutes

push up, side to side