Assisting with ADLs and Mobility Flashcards
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Which technique should a PCT use when helping a patient transfer from bed to wheelchair?
Answer: Use a gait belt and pivot technique
A gait belt provides a secure grip and the pivot technique minimizes strain on both patient and caregiver while maintaining safety.
When assisting a patient with a weak left leg to walk with a cane, the cane should be held in which hand?
Answer: Right hand
The cane is held on the stronger (opposite) side to provide support and balance when the weaker leg steps forward.
A patient with hemiplegia needs help putting on a shirt. Which arm should be dressed first?
Answer: The affected (weak) arm
The affected arm is dressed first because it has limited mobility, making it easier to maneuver the garment over it before the stronger arm.
What is the primary purpose of range-of-motion (ROM) exercises for a bedridden patient?
Answer: To prevent contractures and maintain joint function
ROM exercises prevent joints from becoming stiff and contracted due to immobility, preserving the patient's functional ability.
When repositioning a patient in bed, how often should their position be changed to prevent pressure injuries?
Answer: Every 2 hours or more frequently
Repositioning at least every 2 hours redistributes pressure and prevents tissue breakdown that leads to pressure ulcers.
A patient using a walker should be instructed to move the walker forward how far with each step?
Answer: About one arm's length (12-18 inches)
Moving the walker about one arm's length forward maintains stability and keeps the patient within a safe base of support.