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Power Wheelchair Basics

by Natalie Albretsen, DPT. Sara E. Bills, PT, DPT, GCS.


- Published: 11/27/2017 | Running Time: 06:15

This video provides an overview of the components and use of a Power Wheelchair for volunteers at a general population shelter.

This is part of a series of Volunteer Shelter Training videos produced in collaboration with the Physical Therapy program at UNMCs College of Allied Health Professions.

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After completing this module you will be able to:

  • Identify the common components of a power wheelchair
  • Provide appropriate assistance to the user of a power wheelchair in a shelter environment

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