Title: Distinguish among functional mobility, activities of daily living (ADL), and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL).
Course: Physical/Occupational Therapy I (14060-I) > Section: Gaining an Overview of Physical and Occupational Therapy

Distinction should include the following:

- Functional (physical) mobility (e.g., bed mobility, transfers, gait, balance, stair climbing, maneuvering over various terrains)
- Activities of daily living (ADL) or basic self-care (e.g., eating, feeding, grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting)
- Instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) or activities that allow varying degrees of independent living within the community (e.g., meal preparation, money management, home management/chores, medication management, driving and community mobility, and emergency management)

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between an ADL and an IADL?
- How can an impairment of functional mobility potentially affect a person’s ability to engage in community activities?
- How can an impairment of functional mobility potentially affect a person’s ability to engage in activities of daily living?