Mobility Midterm Flashcards
(36 cards)
What does AMAP stand for?
As much as possible
What does ANAP stand for?
As normally as possible
What does CCDD stand for?
Control Centrally Direct Distally
What is the center of mass in the human body?
Torso
What are the central points of control in the body?
- Shoulders
- Hips
Complete the phrase: ‘As the pelvis goes, so goes the _____.’
Body
What are the most effective cues for movement?
Directed Distally
Complete the phrase: ‘Where the eyes go, the head will _____.’
Follow
To have capacity for movement, what three elements must be present?
- Strength
- Range of Motion (ROM)
- Flexibility
What is the difference between stability and mobility?
Stability involves maintaining a position; mobility involves attaining a position.
What is dynamic stability?
Ability to get into a position
What does the stability vs mobility trade-off entail?
Choosing between giving up stability for mobility or vice versa.
What does Dynamic Systems Theory state?
Movement is produced through the interaction of person, task, and environment.
What are the three spheres impacted by changes in Dynamic Systems Theory?
- Person
- Task
- Environment
What is the aim of the ICF model?
Providing unified & standard language
What are the three levels of human function identified by the ICF model?
- Level of the body
- The whole person
- The whole person in their complete environment
What are the three domains of human function according to the ICF model?
- Body structures & functions
- Activities
- Participation
What does maintaining cleanliness in a healthcare setting mean?
Attempt to minimize contamination and prevent spread of infection.
What are the six requirements of the chain of infection?
- Infectious Agent
- Reservoir
- Portals of Exit
- Modes of Transmission
- Portals of Entry
- Susceptible Host
What is an MDRO?
Multi-drug-resistant organism
What is a common example of an MDRO?
MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus)
What are the modes of transmission?
- Contact (direct & indirect)
- Droplet
- Airborne
What is the difference between direct and indirect contact transmission?
Direct is physical transfer; indirect involves touching contaminated objects.
What factors increase susceptibility to infection?
- Existing disease processes
- Weakened immune systems
- Medical interventions
- Age (very young or very old)