Equipment Provision
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OCCT 2151 OSCE
DRESSING/EQUIPMENT PRESCRIPTION
QUESTION 1 Remember you need to consider relevant aspects of communication and your non-verbal messages. Mr Jack Strong, a 78-year-old man, has been referred to you because of his increasing frailty. He has difficulty with poor balance when standing. The referral indicates he has difficulty donning (putting on) socks. This is the first time you have seen Mr Strong. 1. In language he can understand explain to Mr Strong how to put on his socks safely and independently without the use of equipment. (3 marks) 2. Choose one piece of adaptive equipment that you might recommend to Mr Strong. Explain why it may be useful to him for donning or putting on his socks. (3 marks) 3. Explain how to use the equipment and give one positive and one negative aspect of using the chosen device and trial it with Mr Strong by using it to don/ put on a sock. (4
marks)
OCCT 2151 OSCE
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QUESTION 2
Remember you need to consider relevant aspects of communication and your non-verbal messages. Mrs Susan Bold, a 62-year-old woman has had a stroke resulting in left hemiparesis. She lives at home with her daughter. Mrs Bold wishes to independently don/ put on a pair of pants/slacks. She can sit to stand independently, 1. In language she can understand instruct Mrs Bold to don/ put
on her pants/slacks safely and independently without the use of equipment. (5 marks) 2, Indicate where the therapist should place themselves during this activity and explain to Mrs Bold what you are doing and why. (2 marks) 3. Discuss with Mrs Bold one item of equipment and explain why it may assist her in dressing. (3 marks)
OCCT 2151 OSCE
DRESSING/EQUIPMENT PRESCRIPTION
QUESTION 3
Remember you need to consider relevant aspects of communication and your non-verbal messages. Mr Stephen Bartoli, a 60-year-old man with osteoarthritis, has had a left total hip replacement. He is currently in hospital and completing rehabilitation. He needs to be able to don or put on his trousers. 1. Select one piece of equipment that you will need to instruct Mr Bartoli to don his trousers. (1 mark) 2. In language he can understand explain to Mr Bartoli post operative hip precautions (what to do and what not to do).
(3 marks) 3. In language Mr Bartoli can understand, instruct Mr Bartoli to put on his trousers safely and independently using the equipment you have selected adhering to relevant post-
operative hip precautions. (6 marks)
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OCCT 2151 OSCE
DRESSING/EQUIPMENT PRESCRIPTION
QUESTION 4
Remember you need to consider relevant aspects of communication and your non-verbal messages. Mr John MacArthur, a 66-year-old man has generalised Rheumatoid Arthritis affecting all of his joints. He had a right total hip replacement three weeks ago. He is walking with a walking frame. He has a level shower cubicle, but is experiencing difficulties showering, 1. In language Mr MacArthur can understand introduce yourself and explore his difficulties with showering. (4 marks) 2. To maintain his hip precautions, select 2 pieces of equipment Mr MacArthur may require while bathing and explain the reason for your choice. (2 marks) 3. Demonstrate to Mr MacArthur how to safely set up and use the selected items of equipment. (4 marks)
OCCT 2151 OSCE
DRESSING/EQUIPMENT PRESCRIPTION
QUESTION 5
Remember you need to consider relevant aspects of communication and your non-verbal messages. Mr Dempsey is a 96-year-old man with generalised osteoarthritis and cognitive decline, He lives with his 72-year-
old daughter, Mary 0' Kelly. Mr Dempsey is frail and recently had a fall. He is walking with a walking frame. He reports that he feels weak and is frightened of falling. Mary has been his carer for years but now her main concern is washing/bathing her father, as he now needs assistance to wash himself. 1. In language Mr Dempsey can understand introduce yourself and explore the factors affecting his ability to independently bathe himself. (4 marks) 2. Discuss two pieces of equipment that might make it easier
for Mr Dempsey to manage his personal hygiene, one for the shower and one for the bath. Explain the advantages and possible disadvantages of each piece of equipment. (3
marks) 3. As a result of the discussion select one piece of equipment
appropriate for Mr Dempsey. Fit the equipment and demonstrate safe use of it for Mr Dempsey. (3 marks)