10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT considered a biological risk factor for disablement?
Sedentary lifestyle
Which of the following is an example of a physical environment characteristic that can contribute to disablement?
Architectural barriers in the community
Which of the following is NOT listed as a community responsibility or service relevant to disability?
Occupational tasks
Which of the following is considered a socioeconomic risk factor for disablement?
Low level of education
Which of the following is NOT listed as a behavioral/psychological/lifestyle risk factor for disablement?
Congenital abnormalities or disorders
Which of the following is considered an occupational task relevant to disability?
School-related tasks
Which of the following is NOT listed as a general category of activities relevant to disability?
Ergonomic characteristics of the environment
Which of the following is considered a biological risk factor for disablement?
Height/weight relationship
Which of the following is NOT listed as a home management task relevant to disability?
Community responsibilities
Which of the following is considered a behavioral/psychological/lifestyle risk factor for disablement?
Inadequate coping skills
Study Notes
General Categories of Activities Relevant to Disability
- Self-care activities
- Mobility in the community
- Occupational tasks
- School-related tasks
- Home management (indoor and outdoor)
- Caring for dependents
- Recreational and leisure activities
- Community responsibilities and service
Disablement Risk Factors
Biological Factors
- Age
- Sex
- Race
- Height/weight relationship
- Congenital abnormalities or disorders (e.g., skeletal deformities, neuromuscular disorders, cardiopulmonary diseases or anomalies)
- Family history of disease; genetic predisposition
Behavioral/Psychological/Lifestyle Factors
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Use of tobacco, alcohol, other drugs
- Poor nutrition
- Low level of motivation
- Inadequate coping skills
- Difficulty dealing with change
- Negative affect
Disablement Risk Factors: Physical Environment Characteristics
- Architectural barriers in the home, community, and workplace
- Ergonomic characteristics of the home, work, or school environments
Socioeconomic Factors
- Low economic status
- Low level of education
- Inadequate access to healthcare
- Limited family or social support
Common Functional Limitations Related to Physical Tasks
- Limitation of standing
- Reaching and grasping
- Squatting and kneeling
- Lifting and carrying
- Standing up and sitting down
- Pushing and pulling
- Bending and stooping
- Turning and twisting
- Throwing and catching
- Rolling
- Getting in and out of bed
- Crawling, walking, running
- Ascending and descending stairs
- Hopping and jumping
- Kicking
Definition of Disability
- Inability to perform or participate in activities or tasks related to one’s self, home, work, recreation, or community
- Inability to perform tasks to the extent perceived as “normal” by the individual or community
Patient Safety Factors
- Prior exploration of health history and current health status before exercise
- Identification of risk factors before initiating an exercise program
- Medical clearance from a physician may be necessary
- Adequate space and proper support surface for exercise
- Well-maintained and properly fitting exercise equipment
Test your knowledge on common functional limitations related to physical tasks such as standing, reaching, lifting, and moving. Explore the challenges individuals may face in performing everyday activities due to disabilities.
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