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Levels of Assistance Flashcards

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What does it mean if a patient is classified as Independent?

Patient is consistently able to perform the activity safely.

Define Supervision in the context of patient assistance.

Low probability of the patient having a problem performing the activity, but helper should be within arm's reach.

What does Stand by Assist/Close guarding imply?

Fair probability of the patient needing assistance; helper should have a hand but not touching the patient.

What is the definition of Contact Guard Assist?

High probability of patient needing assistance; helper should have hands on the patient, but not give assistance unless needed. Signup and view all the answers

What does Minimal Assistance entail?

Patient can complete the majority of the activity without assistance but requires up to 25% assistance from the therapist. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Moderate Assistance.

Patient can complete some of the activity independently but completes no more than 50% of skill independently. Signup and view all the answers

What does Maximal Assistance mean?

Patient requires assistance from the therapist for at least 75% of the skill. Signup and view all the answers

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Levels of Assistance Definitions

Independent: Patient can safely perform the activity without any help.
Supervision: Patient is mostly capable, but helper should remain close to intervene if necessary.
Stand by Assist/Close Guarding: There's a moderate likelihood of the patient needing help, requiring the helper to be nearby without direct contact.
Contact Guard Assist: High chance that the patient will need assistance; helper should maintain contact but provide help only when necessary, indicative of a high fall risk.
Minimal Assistance: Patient performs the majority (over 75%) of the task and requires no more than 25% help through physical cues from the therapist.
Moderate Assistance: Patient can partly perform the task but does not achieve more than 50% independently.
Maximal Assistance: Patient relies on the therapist for assistance in at least 75% of the activity.

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This quiz covers essential terms related to levels of assistance in patient care. Each flashcard provides a key word and its definition, aiding understanding of patient independence and supervision needs. Perfect for healthcare students and professionals.