Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Marshall is a 13-year-old student with quadriplegic cerebral palsy. When he sits upright in his wheelchair, the front edge of his seat hits the back of his mid thighs. His lateral supports and headrest are fully extended. What do you conclude?

Marshall’s wheelchair needs to be adjusted.
Marshall needs a larger wheelchair.
Marshall needs a smaller wheelchair.
Marshall’s wheelchair meets his needs at this time.

Explanation

Answer: B. You conclude that Marshall needs a larger wheelchair. The front edge of a wheelchair seat should end about two inches proximal to the knee joint. Therefore, the seat of Marshall’s wheelchair is too short.

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