Assistive Technology Overview

<p>It is typically used by individuals without disabilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To read text displayed on computer screens aloud. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow users to interact at eye level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased fatigue levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through promoting regular exercise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved ability to complete routine tasks independently (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They temporarily relieve tightness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They improve bone density (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leads to muscle atrophy and fatigue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hydraulic lifting mechanisms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Provides the ability to stand which can help minimize depression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Roller walker (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide support while standing up or sitting down (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps save energy by allowing sitting while bathing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a non-slippery surface when wet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They make it easier to turn faucets on and off (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Firmly fixed and placed at the correct height for safety (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Walking canes and walking sticks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long handled brushes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can be utilized in any position, including lying down. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide easier access to a toilet when the bathroom is not reachable. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fixed grab bars (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wash them regularly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Feet should touch the ground flat. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide height adjustment for the toilet seat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>For both bowel movements and urinating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It increases the height of the toilet for easier access. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Toilet frame with seat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Soak your hands or feet in water to soften the nails. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Keeping the bathroom floor dry at all times. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To dispense toothpaste without using both hands. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To enhance the user’s safety. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To primarily use the stronger hand while trying to involve the weaker hand. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Use tissues or pre-separated wet wipe sheets. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Put in your weaker arm first. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bring your pants up to mid-thigh. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are easier to launder and more comfortable. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They assist in reaching clothes that are too high or out of reach. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tight-fitting clothes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remove clothing from the weaker arm first and then the stronger arm. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Button hook. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Standing in socks or barefoot. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An assistive device that allows wheelchair users to transition from a seated to a standing position, enabling them to interact with the environment at eye level.

Standing wheelchairs can be operated manually or powered, using mechanisms like hydraulic lifts.

Improved blood circulation throughout the body, preventing blood stagnation and ensuring proper flow.

Regularly standing helps loosen muscles and reduce tightness, particularly beneficial for individuals with spasticity.

Standing exercises have been shown to improve bowel function, which can be a common issue for wheelchair users.

Standing helps distribute weight evenly, reducing pressure on specific areas and preventing the formation of pressure sores.

Spending extended periods sitting can cause muscles and joints to tighten. Standing helps stretch and exercise muscles, reducing stiffness.

Research indicates standing can improve bone density, as the body experiences increased weight bearing compared to sitting.

Long-handled brushes and sponges make it easier to reach your back or feet without bending or stretching.

Urinals are helpful for people who have difficulty going to the bathroom or transferring to the toilet. They come in male and female versions and can be used while lying down or sitting up.

Bed pans are for use when someone has difficulty getting out of bed to go to the bathroom. They are designed for both peeing and bowel movements.

A bedside commode is a portable toilet that can be used in the bedroom for those who have difficulty reaching the bathroom.

Fixed grab bars are helpful for people who can walk into the bathroom and sit on the toilet with one-handed support. They are attached to the wall near the toilet.

A toilet frame is a structure that is fixed to the floor around the toilet. It provides support and stability for getting on and off the toilet.

A condition often caused by a lack of control over one's life. People confined to wheelchairs may experience this due to limitations, but regaining some mobility, even with support, can help improve it.

The state of being well, especially physically and mentally. A standing wheelchair can significantly improve this by allowing individuals to interact with others on an equal level, promoting social inclusion and boosting self-esteem.

Assistive devices that support walking and provide stability. They are often used by people recovering from strokes to help them regain their independence.

A mobility aid used for support and stability, especially for people experiencing difficulty with balance or weakness in their legs.

Assistive devices that can help with bathing, providing stability and support, especially for individuals with difficulty standing or balancing.

A bar installed in the shower or bathtub for support during entry, exit, and movement. They improve safety by preventing falls and providing stability.

A chair or bench specifically designed for bathing, providing rest and support. It is particularly helpful for individuals with balance issues.

A type of bath bench that facilitates easy transfer in and out of the bathtub. The individual sits on the bench and lifts their legs over the side, making it easier than stepping over the bathtub while standing.

A raised toilet seat increases the height of the toilet, making it easier to sit down and stand up.

A toilet frame with a seat or a toilet seat with handles provides additional support and height, aiding in standing up and sitting down on the toilet.

Using wet wipes or pre-separated toilet paper can be easier for individuals with dexterity limitations, as it requires less coordination to use.

Keeping the bathroom floor dry is crucial to reduce the risk of slipping and falling, which is more common after a stroke.

Soaking your hands or feet softens the nails, making them easier to cut.

Clippers are often easier to manage than scissors, especially for those with limited dexterity.

A tube dispenser allows you to squeeze toothpaste out of the tube with one hand, making it easier to brush your teeth.

Using your stronger hand to hold the toothbrush may be easier, but try to use your weaker hand as well to improve hand function.

Devices designed to aid individuals with disabilities in performing activities of daily living, like dressing.

A tool used for buttoning and unbuttoning clothes, especially for individuals with limited hand dexterity.

A long-handled tool that assists in reaching clothes or objects that are too high, too low, or far away.

A tool designed to help people put on shoes without bending down, especially those with mobility limitations.

A dressing technique that involves starting with the weaker arm, putting it into the sleeve first, and then the stronger arm.

A dressing technique where you put the weaker leg into the pant leg first, followed by the stronger leg.

A technique for taking off clothing where you remove the garment from the stronger arm first, followed by the weaker arm.

A technique for taking off pants where you stand to lower the pants, then sit down to remove them from your legs.

Technology specifically designed for people with disabilities to improve or maintain their capabilities.

Tools or technology modified for people with disabilities to make tasks easier, like a car with hand controls.

Software that reads text aloud on a computer screen, helping visually impaired users access information.

Digital audiobooks designed for people with reading disabilities like blindness or dyslexia.

A device that allows deaf or hearing-impaired individuals to communicate over telephone lines by typing messages.