CCW Mobility & Transfer Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of using proper body mechanics when transferring a client?

Accepted Answer

To prevent injury to both the care worker and the client

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To speed up the transfer process

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To comply with documentation requirements

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To reduce the need for assistive equipment

Question 2

When performing a two-person transfer, who should give the signal to begin the move?

Accepted Answer

The designated lead care worker, typically positioned at the client's head

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The person standing at the client's feet

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The supervisor observing the transfer

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The client themselves

Question 3

What is the correct foot position when preparing to lift or transfer a client?

Accepted Answer

One foot slightly in front of the other, shoulder-width apart

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Feet together, standing upright

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Feet crossed for added balance

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Standing on tiptoe to gain a height advantage

Question 4

Where should a gait belt be placed on a client for a safe transfer?

Accepted Answer

Around the client's waist over clothing

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Around the client's chest under the arms

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Around the client's hips below the waist

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Around the client's thighs

Question 5

A client begins to fall while walking with your assistance. What is the safest response?

Accepted Answer

Guide the client gently to the floor while protecting their head

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Grab the client's arm forcefully to stop the fall

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Step aside to avoid being pulled down with the client

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Call for help and wait before taking any action

Question 6

When using a mechanical (Hoyer) lift to transfer a client, the client's arms should be:

Accepted Answer

Folded across their chest or resting in their lap

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Raised above their head to clear the sling

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Gripping the lift frame bar for stability

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Extended outward at shoulder height

Question 7

Before transferring a client from bed to wheelchair, the care worker should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Lower the bed to its lowest position and lock the wheelchair brakes

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Apply the gait belt and immediately begin the transfer

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Ask the client to stand independently beside the bed

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Remove the client's footwear to prevent slipping