PCT Assisting with ADLs and Mobility 2

Question 1

Which technique should a PCT use when helping a patient transfer from bed to wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

Use a gait belt and pivot technique

Answer

Pull the patient by their arms

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Drag the patient across the sheets

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Ask the patient to jump

Question 2

When assisting a patient with a weak left leg to walk with a cane, the cane should be held in which hand?

Accepted Answer

Right hand

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Left hand

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Either hand

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Both hands

Question 3

A patient with hemiplegia needs help putting on a shirt. Which arm should be dressed first?

Accepted Answer

The affected (weak) arm

Answer

The unaffected arm

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Either arm is fine

Answer

Neither—use a gown instead

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of range-of-motion (ROM) exercises for a bedridden patient?

Accepted Answer

To prevent contractures and maintain joint function

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To build muscle mass

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To increase heart rate for cardiovascular fitness

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To help the patient sleep better

Question 5

When repositioning a patient in bed, how often should their position be changed to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours or more frequently

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Every 4 hours

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Once per shift

Answer

Only when the patient requests it

Question 6

A patient using a walker should be instructed to move the walker forward how far with each step?

Accepted Answer

About one arm's length (12-18 inches)

Answer

As far as they can reach

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At least 3 feet

Answer

Only 2-3 inches at a time