HCA Basic Nursing and Restorative Skills 2

Question 1

When repositioning a bedridden patient to prevent pressure ulcers, how often should you turn them?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Patients should be repositioned at least every 2 hours to relieve pressure and prevent skin breakdown.

Question 2

Which technique is correct when performing passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises?

Accepted Answer

Support the joint and move slowly within comfortable limits

Answer

During passive ROM, the HCA supports the joint and moves it slowly within the patient's comfortable range without forcing movement.

Question 3

A patient has a right-sided weakness after a stroke. When assisting them to walk, where should you stand?

Accepted Answer

On the patient's right (weaker) side

Answer

The HCA stands on the patient's weaker side to provide support and catch them if they fall.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a bed cradle (foot cradle) for a patient?

Accepted Answer

To keep bed linens from touching the patient's feet or legs

Answer

A bed cradle keeps the weight of bed linens off sensitive or injured feet and legs to prevent discomfort and skin breakdown.

Question 5

When applying an elastic (compression) bandage to a patient's leg, you should wrap it:

Accepted Answer

From the foot upward toward the thigh

Answer

Elastic bandages are applied distal to proximal (foot to thigh) to promote venous blood return toward the heart.

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