CCW Mobility & Transfer Techniques 2

Question 1

When assisting a client who uses a walker, the care worker should walk:

Accepted Answer

Slightly behind and to one side of the client

Answer

Walking slightly behind and to one side lets the care worker observe the client's gait, provide support if needed, and intervene quickly if the client begins to fall.

Question 2

Before transferring a client to a wheelchair, the footrests should be:

Accepted Answer

Raised or swung completely out of the transfer path

Answer

Raising or swinging the footrests out of the way prevents the client from tripping over them and provides a clear path during the transfer.

Question 3

A client who has weakness on their left side should hold their cane on which side?

Accepted Answer

The right (stronger) side

Answer

The cane is held on the stronger side so it bears weight during the same phase as the weak leg, providing lateral support to the affected side.

Question 4

When pushing a client in a wheelchair down a steep ramp, the care worker should:

Accepted Answer

Turn the wheelchair around so the client faces backward and descend slowly

Answer

Descending a steep ramp backward keeps the care worker in control, prevents the wheelchair from rolling forward uncontrolled, and maintains the client's safety.

Question 5

What is the main reason for locking wheelchair brakes before and during a transfer?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the wheelchair from rolling and causing a fall

Answer

Locked brakes keep the wheelchair stationary, preventing it from sliding away from the client and significantly reducing fall risk during the transfer.

CCW - Certified Care Worker Practice Test

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CCW Mobility & Transfer Techniques 2