CPCA Mobility & Transfer Techniques 3

Question 1

Which assistive mobility device provides the most support for a client who has significant balance and weight-bearing difficulties?

Accepted Answer

A walker

Answer

A walker provides the most support for clients with significant balance difficulties because it offers a stable, four-point base of support.

Question 2

When lowering a client back into bed after sitting at the edge, the aide should:

Accepted Answer

Support the client's head and legs while slowly lowering them onto the bed

Answer

Supporting the client's head and legs while slowly lowering them ensures a safe and controlled movement that prevents injury to both the client and aide.

Question 3

A personal care aide is helping a client with one-sided weakness (hemiplegia) get dressed. Which limb should be dressed first?

Accepted Answer

The weaker limb first, then dress the stronger limb

Answer

The weaker limb is dressed first because it has less range of motion and flexibility; the stronger limb can be maneuvered more easily afterward.

Question 4

When applying a gait belt, how should the aide verify it is properly secured?

Accepted Answer

The aide should be able to slide two fingers underneath the belt

Answer

A properly secured gait belt allows two fingers to slide underneath, confirming it is snug enough to hold without being uncomfortably restrictive.

Question 5

In the context of client mobility, what does 'dangling' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Allowing a client to sit at the edge of the bed before standing up

Answer

Dangling refers to having the client sit at the edge of the bed to gradually adjust to an upright position before standing, which helps prevent dizziness from a sudden change in position.

(CPCA) Certified Personal Care Aide Practice Test

(CPCA) Certified Personal Care Aide Practice Test

CPCA Mobility & Transfer Techniques 3