Which is considered a functional activity needed for independent living (an instrumental activity of daily living, or IADL)?
a. Feeding
b. Dressing
c. Washing clothes
d. Getting out of bed
C
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A Incorrect. Feeding is an activity of daily living, or ADL.
B Incorrect. Dressing is an ADL.
C Correct. Washing and hanging up clothes is an IADL, needed for independent living.
D Incorrect. Getting out of bed is an ADL.
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