Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Assistive

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about assistive devices to aid older adults with impaired mobility?

• A) A walker can be used when climbing stairs.
• B) Cane tips should be smooth.
• C) Older adults save money by adapting assistive devices from their friends.
• D) A cane is most useful for unilateral disabilities but not bilateral problems.

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Definitions:

Selective Awareness

The process by which individuals consciously or unconsciously select information to pay attention to while ignoring other stimuli.

External Stimuli

Surrounding factors or influences that impact an individual from the outside environment.

Circadian Rhythms

Physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle, responding primarily to light and darkness in an organism's environment.

Biological Cycles

Natural, rhythmic processes in living organisms that can affect physical and mental states, such as circadian rhythms.