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Chapter 33 Rehabilitation CareOrthosis - answer An orthopedic appliance or apparatus used to support, align, prevent,
or correct deformities or to improve the function of movable parts of the body. It can
involve the use of a brace or splint
Orthotic - answer BRACE. An apparatus worn to support or align weak body parts or to
prevent or correct problems with the Musculo-skeletal system.
Prostheses - answer Artificial replacements for missing body parts
Rehabilitation - answer The process of restoring a person to the highest possible level
of functioning through the use of therapy, exercise, or other methods. Rehabilitation
may follow an acute injury or illness, or it may be part of the treatment for a persistent
illness or disability.
- Can also maintain or slow the decline of functioning
True - answer Rehabilitation may involve measures that promote:
- Self-care
- Elimination
- Positioning
- Mobility
- Communication
- Cognitive function
- Maintaining the highest level of functioning
- Preventing unnecessary decline in function
True - answer Goals of rehabilitation depends on the client's condition and
circumstances
- For some clients, the goal is to return to work, and some others only want to be able to
meet self-care needs and perform ADLs
- Most clients want to reduce their reliance on others and to become more independent
True - answer Goals of rehabilitation: To restore function to former levels
- To improve functional abilities
- To learn new skills
- To prevent further disability and illness
True - answerTo restore function to former levels:
- A full restoration of function is the goal for most clients with acute or temporary
conditions
- EX: a healthy client with a simple leg fracture aims at full recovery
, True - answerTo improve functional abilities:
- A return to former levels of functioning is not possible for some client
- They aim to improve their abilities to the best extent possible
- EX: they may want to work on mobility skills or carrying out ADLs independently
True - answerTo learn new skills:
- Some clients need to learn new skills to adjust to their disability or limitations
- EX: a client's larynx was surgically removed because of cancer, and he is not able to
speak anymore. His goal is to learn to communicate using sign language
True - answerTo prevent further disability and illness:
- Complications that cause further disability and illness must be prevented.
- EX: immobility can lead to pressure ulcers or contractures, so proper skin care,
exercise and activity, good alignment, and frequent repositioning are essential
True - answerConsider rehabilitation goals for a client with a car accident, which left her
hemiplegic (paralysis on one side of the body).
- She needs to maintain her current ROM, adapt to a wheelchair, and perform self-care
True - answerConsider rehabilitation goals for a client who is addicted to cocaine
- His goals include restoring healthy physical and psychological functions and
preventing relapse into addiction
- He will learn how to avoid situations where drugs are present, and he will be
encourage to join Narcotics Anonymous
True - answerConsider rehabilitation goals for a client who has had a heart attack.
- His goal is to prevent another heart attack
- His rehabilitation program should include counselling, which will recommend exercise,
healthy eating, and stress management techniques
True - answerConsider rehabilitation goals for a client who suffered hemiplegia and
severe speech impairment as a result of a stroke.
- He needs to learn communication methods and to restore function
- Prevention of another stroke through medication, exercise, and a healthy diet is a goal
as well.
- His family needs to learn how to help with his care
True - answerConsider rehabilitation goals for a client who fractured her hip in a fall
- Her goal is to remain in her own home
- She needs to restore her ability to function at former levels
- She also needs to take measure to prevent another fall
True - answerHealth care facilities that offer rehabilitation services:
- Hospitals
- Specialized facilities
- Long-term care facilities
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