Caregiver Mobility Assistance 2

Question 1

Where should a gait belt be positioned when assisting with walking?

Accepted Answer

Around the waist over clothing

Answer

A gait belt goes around the client's natural waist over clothing, snug enough to grip with room for two fingers.

Question 2

How should a client use a standard walker?

Accepted Answer

Lift it and place it one arm's length ahead, then step into it

Answer

Lift the walker, place it about one arm's length ahead with all four legs stable, then step forward one foot at a time.

Question 3

Which is a fall risk factor caregivers should monitor?

Accepted Answer

Medications that cause dizziness

Answer

Medications causing dizziness, drowsiness, or blood pressure changes are significant fall risk factors.

Question 4

What is orthostatic hypotension and how should it be addressed?

Accepted Answer

Sudden BP drop when standing; have the client sit at bed edge first

Answer

A sudden blood pressure drop when standing causes dizziness. Have the client dangle legs at the bedside for 1-2 minutes before standing.

Question 5

Going upstairs with a cane, which goes up first?

Accepted Answer

Strong leg, then cane, then weak leg

Answer

Going up: strong leg first, then cane and weak leg follow. Remember: 'Up with the good, down with the bad.'

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