A 32-Year-Old with a High Spinal Cord Injury Has Been

question 29

Multiple Choice

A 32-year-old with a high spinal cord injury has been admitted to the hospital for antibiotic therapy to treat pneumonia. He lives independently and has developed strong upper-body strength to maximize his independence. Which transfer device should be used when transferring him from the bed to his wheelchair?

• A)Mechanical lift
• B)Transfer belt
• C)Draw sheet
• D)Transfer board

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Definitions:

Initial Phase Goal

The Initial Phase Goal in therapy sets the foundational objectives to be achieved in the early stages of the therapeutic process, focusing on building rapport and identifying client needs.

Realistic Expectations

Achievable and sensible aspirations or beliefs regarding future events or outcomes, based on reasonable assumptions.

Lifestyle Assessment

An evaluation process to understand an individual's habits, behaviors, and routines, often used in therapeutic contexts to identify areas of improvement for well-being.

Family Constellations

A therapeutic method that explores the influence of family dynamics and ancestral ties on an individual's current psychological and emotional well-being.