Mobility Flashcards
(39 cards)
Functional mobility
Moving from one position or place to another (bed mobility, transfers, etc), performing functional ambulation, and transporting objects.
Developmental theory of mobility
Progression of physical and psychological capacities are interconnected and early experiences influence subsequent behavior (560). motor skills, vision, auditory capacities, and proprioception–> explore the environment and interacting with others –>interactions cognitive, social, sensory, motor abilities, and a child’s sense of self grows.
Primitive Reflexes
Appear at birth, Integrated by 6 months
Spasticity
increased resistance to passive movement, just in antagonist (Damage to upper motor neurons)
Rigidity
increased tone in agonist and antagonist (Any direction) (Damage to upper motor neurons, basal ganglia and brainstem)
Flaccidity
Lack of muscle tone and limited to no response. Can lead to subluxation and hypermobility. (damage lower motor neurons)
Obligatory response
The movement is dominated by reflex that should be integrated
Self-initiated mobility
Actions done by individual’s choice
Gross Motor Function Classification System, Level I
Walks without limitations
Gross Motor Function Classification System, Level II
Walks with limitations
Gross Motor Function Classification System, Level III
Walks using a hand-held mobility device
Gross Motor Function Classification System, Level IV
Self-mobility with limitations; may use powered mobility
Gross Motor Function Classification System, Level V
Transported in a manual wheelchair
Acute care OT responsibilities
Appraisal, interventions for immediate needs, and assistance in transition planning or discharge
Acute Care assessments
FIM and Wee-FIM II (6 months - 7 years)
PEDI-CAT (7-21 years)
Term for dependent children discharging home
“inter-reliance”
primary goal in acute care
Preventing secondary disability and restoring performance
primary prevention
Efforts that decrease the likelihood of accidents, violence, or disease for everyone
secondary and tertiary prevention
Specific interventions, arrangement of care systems, and environmental modifications to prevent the onset of problems in at-risk populations
prevention measures in acute care
Positioning, prevention of aspiration, provision of orientation, reduce stresses, prevent self-injury, complications from immobilization, abnormal muscle tone
Neuromuscular and musculoskeletal complications tx
Maintain or regain normal ROM Handling techniques slow stretch and joint mobilization Positioning and splinting techniques Improve movement and strength through play
Musculoskeletal and lower motor neuron unit disorders tx
progressive exercise and activity routines
Wound healing and protection of insensate skin
Apply care, monitor skin, prevent pressure ulcers, help develop tolerance to new position or orthotics
Prevention emphasis
Programs ensure safety w/ physical activities and handling objects