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<div class="editorbox"> '''Original Editor '''- [[User:Robin Tacchetti|Robin Tacchetti]] '''Top Contributors''' - {Special:Contributors/{{FULLPAGENAME}}}}</div> | |||
* '''Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface''' | * '''Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface''' | ||
* '''Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)''' | * '''Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)''' | ||
Revision as of 16:02, 15 July 2022
Original Editor - Robin Tacchetti Top Contributors - {Special:Contributors/Eating and Drinking Assistive Products}}
- Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface
- Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)
- Have a firm surface for their elbows
- Have food, drink and aids within reach
- Have a non-slippery surface so plates and bowls do not move
- Use their stronger hand[1]
Resources:[edit | edit source]
- Allison Sullivan OT, DOT O, Helfrich C. Self-Feeding With the Adult Population: Back to Basics
- The OT Toolbox: Adaptive Equipment for Eating
- Shower and Toilet Chairs
- Dressing Aids
- Self-Care Assistive Technologies
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ World Health Organization. Training in Assistive Products Modules. 2020. Available from: https://www.gate-tap.org/all-modules/
