You are planning rehabilitation activities for a newly admitted patient. The physician has specifically requested rehabilitation in instrumental activities of daily living
What would you know would be considered an instrumental activity of daily living (IADL)?
A) Dressing
B) Bathing
C) Feeding
D) Meal preparation
Ans: D
Feedback: Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) include grocery shopping, meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, and managing finances. Activities of daily living (ADLs) include bathing dressing, feeding, and toileting.
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