You Are Examining a 12-Year-Old with Fixed Deformities at the Pelvis

question 11

Multiple Choice

You are examining a 12-year-old with fixed deformities at the pelvis, trunk, and hips for a seating system. Which of the following supports would be most appropriate?

• A) Firm, planar seat and custom contoured back support
• B) Custom contoured seat and sling back support with knee blocks
• C) Custom contoured seat and detachable lateral trunk supports on a planar back
• D) Custom contoured seat and back support
• E) Supine wedge for bed positioning, as the child should not be up in a wheelchair

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