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Rate And Duration Of Adaptive Equipment Use Post-Discharge And Factors Affecting Use Post-Discharge, Elizabeth Goodwin, Elizabeth Siska, Jamie Theuer

School of Occupational Therapy Master's Capstone Projects (2016-2021)

Patients in in-patient rehabilitation are often discharged with adaptive equipment in order to be safe and independent in their homes, as is the case for patients at ManorCare, a skilled nursing facility in Tacoma, Washington. However, if adaptive equipment that is functionally necessary is not being used by the patient, it can lead to reduced independence and safety, potentially resulting in incidents that result in injury and re-admittance. Therefore, Rehabilitation Director Joette Jindra, OTR/L requested research to understand the factors that contribute to continued use or non-use after discharge to assist therapists in their clinical decision-making when making equipment provisions …