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Balance Training In Adults: 30 Practical Ideas & Interventions for PTs and OTs

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1.  Which of the following is NOT one of the top fall risk factors for patients who are hospitalized?
  1. Has a history of falls
  2. Is incontinent
  3. Experiences dizziness
  4. Has hearing loss
2.  Which of the following metrics has been described as the “6th vital sign”?
  1. Walking speed
  2. Walking stride length
  3. Single limb stance
  4. Standing with eyes closed
3.  Dual task processing, which reduces ____________, can be used as a cognitive enrichment activity.
  1. Sensory perception
  2. Attention to task
  3. Auditory perception
  4. Motivational buy-in
4.  Exercises which involve using both sides of the brain at the same time can be useful in rehab. All of the following exercises use both sides of the brain EXCEPT:
  1. Moving both arms, in opposite directions at the same time
  2. Lying in supine on the floor with eyes closed
  3. Doing a clock drill with the right leg moving to the "12" o'clock while the hands clap, loudly.
  4. Jumping up and down while moving arms to the side
5.  Which of the following balance training programs is specifically designed to be instructed with the intent of providing a minimum of 50 hours of exercise?
  1. Otago
  2. Healthy Steps in Motion
  3. Stepping On
  4. Falls Talk

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