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Wheelchair selection

D Mattingly

    Orthopedic Nursing
    |July 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Choosing the right wheelchair is crucial for discharge planning. Key factors include patient condition, environment, and funding, requiring a team approach with patient and family involvement.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Assistive Technology
    • Patient Care

    Background:

    • Wheelchair selection is a critical component of patient discharge planning.
    • Physical therapists lead recommendations, but a multidisciplinary understanding is vital.
    • Comprehensive assessment considers multiple patient and environmental factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the essential factors in selecting an appropriate wheelchair.
    • To highlight the collaborative nature of the wheelchair selection process.
    • To provide foundational knowledge on wheelchair terminology and options.

    Main Methods:

    • Discussion of factors influencing wheelchair selection: diagnosis, prognosis, medical, functional, and mental status.
    • Emphasis on the patient and family as integral members of the decision-making team.

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  • Review of basic terminology, wheelchair components, and cushion options.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified key criteria for wheelchair selection, encompassing clinical and environmental aspects.
    • Stressed the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach involving the patient and family.
    • Provided an overview of wheelchair and cushion types.

    Conclusions:

    • Appropriate wheelchair selection necessitates a holistic assessment of the patient and their environment.
    • Effective wheelchair prescription is a collaborative effort, prioritizing patient and family input.
    • Understanding wheelchair components and options enhances the selection process and patient outcomes.