Deck 9: Pta: Examination of the Environment

Question 1

Your patient is going home in a standard width wheelchair.Which of the following is the minimum door opening for interior doors that will allow him to access the bathroom with the chair?

A)26 inches
B)28 inches
C)32 inches
D)40 inches

Answer 1

C

Question 2

You are a PTA practicing in a home health setting and you are asked to do an assessment of someone's home.For which of the following purposes would you be doing this for the PT?

A)To make recommendations regarding making accommodations to the home
B)Determine need for any adaptive equipment needs
C)Determine how safe the client is in her own home
D)All of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Ergonomics is defined as all of the following EXCEPT:

A)Uses scientific and engineering principles to improve safety, efficiency, and quality of movement
B)Looks at the relationship among the worker; the work that is done; and actions, tasks, or activities inherent in the job
C)The design for the ramp to assist the worker to get into a job or establishment
D)Often includes tests in functional capacity and performance during work actions, tasks, or activities

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The design concept that embraces the design of products to be usable by all people without the need for adaptation or specialized design is called:

A)Accessible design
B)Environmental accessibility
C)Universal design
D)Americans with Disabilities Act

Question 5

You are instructing family members planning to construct a ramp.Which of the following is the required ramp grade (rise to run)?

A)1:2
B)1:4
C)1:8
D)1:12

Question 6

Which of the following is the ideal maximum height for a step?

A)6 inches
B)7 inches
C)10 inches
D)12 inches