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

A gait belt provides a secure grip and the pivot technique minimizes strain on both patient and caregiver while maintaining safety.

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

Answer

The cane is held on the stronger (opposite) side to provide support and balance when the weaker leg steps forward.

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 affected arm is dressed first because it has limited mobility, making it easier to maneuver the garment over it before the stronger arm.

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

Answer

ROM exercises prevent joints from becoming stiff and contracted due to immobility, preserving the patient's functional ability.

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

Answer

Repositioning at least every 2 hours redistributes pressure and prevents tissue breakdown that leads to pressure ulcers.

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