In this brief article, we will explain what an elderly driving evaluation is and how it can help determine when it may be wise to stop driving.
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What Does An Elderly Driving Evaluation Involve — National (11/28/2022)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationActivities of Daily Living — National (10/09/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationYou can also ask the patient about ADLs, basic tasks such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing, IADL, and more complex tasks that include driving, and using public transportation.
Driving and Community Mobility for the Older Adult — National (03/31/2022)
Source: ExpertThree themes emerged from the data: perspectives on falling, driving = independence and freedom, and utilization and knowledge of resources. The role OT practitioners can play in addressing these areas will be reviewed.