FREE PCT Assisting with ADLs and Mobility Questions and Answers

Question 1

When assisting a patient with a weak right side to get dressed, which arm should the PCT put into the sleeve of the shirt first?

Accepted Answer

The right arm

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The left arm

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It does not matter which arm goes first

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Whichever arm the patient prefers

Question 2

To safely transfer a patient who can bear some weight from the bed to a wheelchair, the PCT should position the wheelchair:

Accepted Answer

On the patient's stronger side, parallel to the bed

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At the foot of the bed, facing away

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On the patient's weaker side, at a 90-degree angle

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At the head of the bed, facing the patient

Question 3

When providing perineal care for a female patient, the PCT should clean the area:

Accepted Answer

From front to back

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From back to front

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In a circular motion

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From side to side

Question 4

A gait belt should be applied over the patient's clothing and around their:

Accepted Answer

Waist

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Chest

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Hips

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Thighs

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of passive range of motion (PROM) exercise?

Accepted Answer

The PCT moves the patient's leg to bend at the knee.

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The patient lifts their own arm above their head.

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The patient squeezes a stress ball.

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The patient walks down the hallway with assistance.

Question 6

When giving a bed bath, the PCT should change the water when it becomes:

Accepted Answer

Cool, soapy, or dirty

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Only after the entire bath is complete

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After washing the patient's face

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Only if the patient requests it

Question 7

To prevent pressure ulcers in a bedridden patient, the PCT should reposition the patient at least every:

Accepted Answer

2 hours

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8 hours

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6 hours

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4 hours