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OA Test 2

Resources for Independence & Driving

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Special shower chairs; Toilet seats that are raised; Bedside cammodes; Sliding boards; Larger adaptive devises for small utensils (closing buttons/putting on socks) Raisers on chairs are types of equipment that helps OAs remain _____? Independent
What types of shoes help OAs remain independent? those with Special shoe laces or Velcro
What can help prevent falls in for an OA? Glow in the dark liners for contrast to see end of stair or walls to prevent falls, as well as handrails.
Clap on light switches; Big remote; Adapted phone with pictures and large numbers; Magnifying glass are all items that help an OA remain? independent
What does driving mean? Independence
T/F there is an increase in # of Older drivers and a decrease in number of miles driven? False: Increase in numbers & Increase in number of miles driven
T/F Older Adults drive Less driving in dark, bad weather, rush hour? True
T/F With OAs there are the same amount of number of tickets as for younger people? True different offences: Left hand turn; Failure to signal; Not speeding, DUI or reckless.
What do you need to talk with the family and the Older Adult Pt driving? Need to have a talk with family and patient about driving. Should they be driving? Do they feel safe driving?
When assessing an OA and their ability to drive you need to check what? Need to check mental status, may not know how to drive anymore, may not hear or see.
What might help a family that is concerned their OA loved one should not be driving? Talk to the OA and have them see a doctor or a neurologist to see objectively if they fail a test to drive, that is easier than families telling them they cant drive. It needs to be physical and mental abilities.
Who will test for driving abilities? Not DMV, but occupational therapists will test for driving.
In OAs there is a ____ number of crashes, but increasing over age of ___? small # of crashes that increases over the age of 70
In OAs the crashes are more due to what? More due to presence of diseases, and age related changes in reaction time.
T/F If in a crash, injuries are more serious? True
What is the main reason for crashes in an OA? Dementia is the main reason for crashes in older adults.
Retirement from driving is a tough thing. Why? Public transportation may not be available, and don’t want burden on family and friends. Often meet resistance when older adults are confronted about not driving. Nurse may need to refer a occupational therapist
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