PCA Patient Mobility & Transfers 2

Question 1

When using a gait belt to assist a patient who begins to fall during ambulation, the PCA should:

Accepted Answer

Guide the patient to the floor in a controlled manner

Answer

If a patient starts to fall, the PCA should use the gait belt to guide them gently to the floor rather than trying to stop the fall, which could injure both the patient and the caregiver.

Question 2

A transfer board (sliding board) is MOST appropriate for which type of patient?

Accepted Answer

A patient who is completely non-weight-bearing and can assist with upper body strength

Answer

Sliding/transfer boards are designed for patients who cannot bear weight on their legs but have enough upper body strength to assist with the lateral transfer.

Question 3

During a standing pivot transfer from bed to wheelchair, where should the wheelchair be positioned?

Accepted Answer

At a 30- to 45-degree angle to the bed, on the patient's stronger side

Answer

Placing the wheelchair at a 30–45 degree angle to the bed on the patient's stronger side minimizes the pivot distance and leverages their stronger limb.

Question 4

Before operating a mechanical (Hoyer) lift, the PCA must first:

Accepted Answer

Verify the sling is the correct size and properly positioned under the patient

Answer

The correct sling size and proper placement under the patient before lifting are essential safety steps to prevent the patient from slipping or being injured.

Question 5

A patient reports feeling dizzy when sitting up on the edge of the bed before a transfer. The PCA should:

Accepted Answer

Have the patient lie back down and notify the nurse or supervisor

Answer

Dizziness before a transfer is a safety concern that must be reported; proceeding risks a fall, and the nurse must assess for orthostatic hypotension or other causes.

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test

PCA Patient Mobility & Transfers 2