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Chapter 38. Caring for People with Rehabilitation Needs Questions and Answers 2024
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Chapter 38. Caring for People withRehabilitation Needs
disability - answer impaired function that can be physical, mental, or emotional
rehabilitation - answer The process of helping a person with a disability to return to his
highest level of physical, emotional, or economic function
restorative care - answer The care provided by all of the members of the health care
team that supports the rehabilitation effort and helps the person reach the goal of
achieving or maintaining his highest level of function
supportive devices - answer Devices used to stabilize a weak joint or limb, such as
splints or braces
assistive devices - answer Devices that make certain tasks such as transferring,
walking, eating, or dressing easier
prosthetic devices - answer Devices that are artificial replacements that could be for
legs, feet, arms, or other body parts
frail - answer Physically weak and fragile
1. acute
2. subacute
3. chronic - answer What are the three phases of the rehabilitation process
acute phase - answer For the first 24 hours after surgery, an injury, or a serious illness
the person is acutely ill and needs constant observation and care. The healthcare
team's main focus during this phase is to keep the person alive
subacute phase - answer After 24 hours have passed the person usually enters this
phase and it usually lasts for about 1 week (it depends on the situation). The healthcare
team focuses on on stabilizing the person's medical condition and preventing
complications involved with immobility.
chronic phase - answerDuring this phase, the work of intense rehabilitation begins and
the person may still require medical support as they continue to recover from the injury
or illness. In addition to that, the person will begin a rehabilitation and restorative care
program.
, the person's attitude and coping skills, the response of family members and caregiver's
to the person's disability, the person's overall health status, and the person's age -
answerWhat factors can affect the outcome of the rehabilitation effort?
-You observe the patient or resident for any physical changes, positive or negative, that
are related to the rehabilitation process
-You make sure that the person is taken to the bathroom on schedule
-You will be the one who notices & reports that a splint or supportive device has caused
redness or chafing of the skin - answerWhat is the nursing assistant's role in
rehabilitation and restorative care?
Rehabilitation Nurse - answerDevelops a nursing care plan to maximize the person's
functioning and quality of life
Occupational Therapist - answerHelps the person regain or maintain the ability to
perform ADLs
Physical Therapist - answerHelps the person regain or maintain strength, endurance,
coordination, posture, and flexibility
Speech-Language Pathologist (Speech Therapist) - answerHelps the person regain or
maintain the ability to to communicate with others, chew, and swallow
Orthotist - answerFits the person with supportive devices to correct deformity, aid
movement, and relieve discomfort
walker, cane, crutches - answerWhat are some assistive devices for walking?
cup holder, swivel spoon, plateguard, knife with round blade, built-up handles -
answerWhat are some assistive devices for eating?
buttonholder, long-handed brush or comb, built-up handles, long-handles shoehorn -
answerWhat are some assistive devices for grooming?
physical rehabilitation - answerHelping people to overcome physical disabilities and is a
common function of most healthcare facilities
physical therapy - answerUsed to regain or maintain function of the joints and muscles
and focuses on restoring mobility, flexibility, and balance. Helps control pain and
stiffness
occupational therapy - answerA healthcare specialty that focuses on helping the person
regain or maintain the skills needed for everyday life, including those related to ADLs
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