Mobility Assessments & Evaluations Flashcards
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During a home assessment, a CMC discovers that a client's bathroom doorway is 28 inches wide. What is the minimum ADA-recommended clear width for wheelchair passage?
Answer: 36 inches
ADA guidelines recommend a minimum clear width of 36 inches for wheelchair-accessible doorways, though 32 inches is the absolute minimum in some residential contexts.
When evaluating a client for a power wheelchair, which assessment tool is most appropriate for measuring upper extremity strength and control?
Answer: Manual Muscle Testing (MMT)
Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) directly assesses muscle strength grades, which is essential for determining if a client can operate joystick or alternative drive controls.
A client with ALS reports progressive upper limb weakness. Which drive control alternative should the CMC prioritize evaluating first?
Answer: Head array
Head array controls are often the first alternative considered for ALS clients because head and neck function is typically preserved longer than limb or oral motor function.
Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of a seating simulation during a mobility assessment?
Answer: To trial positioning before equipment is ordered
Seating simulation allows the clinician to trial various positioning supports and configurations before finalizing an equipment order.
A CMC is evaluating a client with spasticity. Which measurement is most critical to obtain before recommending a rigid seating system?
Answer: Passive range of motion (PROM)
Passive range of motion measurements determine whether a client can be accommodated in a rigid seat without causing pain or injury from fixed joint limitations.
During an evaluation, a client demonstrates a posterior pelvic tilt that cannot be corrected passively. What type of seat surface is most appropriate?
Answer: Solid seat with posterior tilt adjustment
A solid seat with posterior tilt capability accommodates a fixed posterior tilt, providing stable support without forcing the pelvis into a painful corrected position.
Which standardized outcome measure is specifically designed to assess wheeled mobility performance in community settings?
Answer: Wheelchair Skills Test (WST)
The Wheelchair Skills Test (WST) evaluates a user's ability to perform wheelchair skills in varied environments including community-level tasks.