Exam 21: Mobility

Which professional is primarily responsible for maintaining updated knowledge of available equipment and assisting in identifying choices of mobility devices according to the features that the child requires to use it optimally?

What type of equipment is designed for children who have poor control of the pelvis, chest, upper extremity, and head, but are able to move their legs?

Which wheelchair feature might an occupational therapist desire to encourage a more work ready position?

Which statement best reflects the occupational therapist's approach to evaluating mobility?

Which statement is not the goal of seating?

Mary is an 18-month-old child with spastic quadriplegia. The therapist is considering a powered wheelchair. Which statement best reflects current evidence on this?

At what age do infants creep and move from sitting to quadruped and back?

What type of mobility device is most suitable to children who are able to pull to stand, maintain grip on a handle, and steer with their arms?

Which statement reflects current practice concerning transitional mobility?

What is the first step in performing an evaluation of a child's seating or positioning?

What should not be considered when recommending a mobility device?

What might be a disadvantage to recommending an adaptive tricycle to help 4-year-old John play outside with his friends?

At what age do infants stand and cruise along furniture?

Into which group does Hays classify the mobility of children with cerebral palsy (with less involvement) and children with myelomeningocele with upper extremity involvement?

What is the first step in determining the type and features requested for a powered wheelchair?