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Professional Health Science EFE
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Which of the following is NOT a safe use of a wheelchair?
Push the wheelchair forward when going down a ramp.
Which of these is safe use of a stretcher?
Keep the side rails up when transporting the patient on a stretcher
Where should transfer belts be positioned?
Around the waist, over the clothing
What is body mechanics?
Moving and positioning the body in ways that prevent injury
Which of the following is a safe use of a hospital bed?
Check that side rails are secure and sturdy.
Where should a patient's feet be placed while in a wheelchair?
On the footrests
Which of these patients can be moved safely with a transfer belt?
An elderly stroke patient
Which of the following is true of body mechanics?
Muscles are most productive when they are used correctly.
Why are side rails and safety straps considered restraints?
They prevent a patient from moving freely
What is the best way to push an object?
By leaning into the object with your body weight
Always bend at your ____.
hips and knees
What should a health care worker do before transferring a patient to a wheelchair?
Make sure both wheels are locked
What is the most common type of injury experienced by health care workers?
Back injury
Which muscles are the strongest in your body?
Leg muscles
When carrying a heavy object, where should you hold the object?
Close to your body
In which stage does the pressure ulcer open into a deep crater and reveal underlying tissue?
Stage 3
When turning a patient, what segment of the body should be moved first?
Upper body
Which procedure should be used to turn patient who have arthritis or spinal injuries?
Logrolling
Which of the following is the most important reason to move patients up in bed?
To help prevent pressure ulcers
What is orthostatic hypotension?
Sudden drop in blood pressure when changing positions
Turning can be used on which type of patients?
Most patients
What should health care workers monitor when assisting a patient to the dangling position?
Pulse and respirations
What should the health care worker do if a patient shows signs of orthostatic hypotension while sitting in the dangling position?
Help the patient to lie down
How many times should the patient's pulse and respirations be checked during a dangling procedure?
Three
Which of the following is NOT a method of preventing pressure ulcers?
Turning bed-ridden patients every 8 hours
In which stage does the pressure ulcer crack, peel, or blister?
Stage 2
Which of the following does NOT increase a patient's risk of developing pressure ulcers?
Regular turning
In the logrolling procedure, what piece of equipment is needed to turn the patient in one swift motion?
Draw sheet
At least how many health care workers are needed to move a patient up in bed?
Two
When is a draw sheet NOT used to move patients up in bed?
When the patient can move himself
Which of the following is true of pressure ulcers?
Ulcers are likely to develop wherever skin touches other skin and at pressure points
Why are pillows, towel rolls and special boots sometimes used to position patients?
To maintain proper body alignment
What is one purpose of the lateral position?
To keep the airway open in unconscious and semi-conscious patients
When sitting in a chair, how often should patients be repositioned?
Every 15 minutes
Which of the following is true of chair positioning?
A transfer belt should be used in the two-person method.
In what position is a patient when sitting up at a 45 degree angle?
Fowler's
Why should the Fowler's position only be used for short periods of time?
It increases the risk of pressure ulcers
When a patient is sitting in a chair, where should the back of the knees and calves be?
Slightly away from the edge of the seat
Which of the following is NOT a guideline when positioning patients?
Try to position patients on your own first
In what position is a patient when lying on the back?
Supine
When is the one-person method for chair repositioning used?
When the patient is able to assist with the positioning
Which of the following is true of transfer procedures?
Observe the patient's condition carefully during the transfer.
How many health care workers are needed for most bed and stretcher transfers?
Three
What type of footwear should a patient wear during a transfer procedure?
Non-slip shoes
How should your knees and feet be positioned while transferring a patient?
Around the patient's knees and feet
What is the most common tool used for bed and stretcher transfers?
Draw sheets
In what position should the patient be placed just prior to transferring from a bed to a wheelchair?
Dangling
Which is an appropriate place for a patient's hands and arms during a transfer procedure?
On your arms
What is used to help a patient feel more comfortable in a vinyl wheelchair seat?
Seat cushions or bath towels
How can you best assist patients who are heavy or unable to bear weight?
Use a mechanical lift to transfer the patient
Which of the following is NOT good body mechanics for transfer procedures?
Keep your feet planted and twist at the waist
What should you do if a patient begins to breathe very heavily and complains of dizziness during a transfer procedure?
Return the patient to a sitting position and notify your supervisor
What determines if a male patient should stand or sit to urinate?
The patient's preference
What type of vehicle is the best for a vehicle transfer?
Two-door car
What is the purpose of elevated toilet seats?
Prevents the patient from having to bend down too far
During a wheelchair and vehicle transfer, health care workers must be especially careful not to bump the patient's ____.
head
Why is it important to give patients as much freedom and privacy as possible during a toilet transfer?
To maintain patient dignity
Which type of patient is appropriate for a wheelchair and toilet transfer?
A patient who does not walk well
What may patients hold on to for support during a wheelchair to vehicle transfer?
Dashboard
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