Lesson 2 Key Concepts
- Accessible equipment can improve a provider’s ability to deliver high-quality care
- Points to consider when evaluating the ease of accessibility include:
- The approach and entrance to the building
- Navigation within the building
- Navigation in the provider’s office
- Navigation at the patient check-in area
- The clinical examination
- Navigation in the restroom facilities
- Inaccessible care can lead to preventable tragedy
- Tools and checklists can help you improve the physical accessibility of your facility