Author Question: What is the best way to define a handicap? a. Any loss of function b. A disability that ... (Read 93 times)

nenivikky · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What is the best way to define a handicap?

a. Any loss of function
b. A disability that interferes with one's normal functioning
c. Any loss of ability to perform activities of daily living
d. An irreversible lifelong impairment

Question 2

When caring for a 32-year-old Hispanic male who has become disabled, on what should the rehabilitation team base the priority of treatment goals?

a. Difficulty of the language barrier
b. Cultural significance of the disability
c. Depth of the patient's support system
d. Attitude toward rehabilitation

amy.lauersdorf90 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A handicap is a disadvantage for a given individual from an impairment that limits his or her role performance. A particular handicap for one person might not pose any handicap for another with the same disability. An impairment is a loss of function. A functional limitation is a disability that interferes with one's normal functioning. A chronic illness is an irreversible lifelong impairment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Culture defines the significance of disease and disability. Although all of the options must be addressed, the significance of the disability has highest priority.