Basic Flashcards
6 cards from real PSW practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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When assisting a client to transfer from bed to wheelchair, which side should the wheelchair be placed on?
Answer: The client's stronger side
The wheelchair should be placed on the client's stronger side so they can bear weight and pivot using their stronger leg and arm, making the transfer safer.
A client is on a mechanical soft diet. Which meal is appropriate?
Answer: Ground chicken, mashed potatoes, and cooked soft peas
A mechanical soft diet includes foods that are ground, minced, or soft-cooked and easy to chew. Ground chicken, mashed potatoes, and soft-cooked peas meet this requirement.
What is the primary purpose of using a gait belt during ambulation?
Answer: To provide the PSW with a secure grip to support and steady the client
A gait (transfer) belt is placed around the client's waist to give the PSW a firm, safe grip to support the client during walking or transfers, reducing the risk of falls.
A PSW is caring for a client who wears dentures. When should dentures be cleaned?
Answer: After each meal and before bedtime
Dentures should be cleaned after each meal and before bedtime to remove food particles and bacteria, and to maintain oral health.
Which action demonstrates proper body mechanics when lifting a heavy object from the floor?
Answer: Squat down by bending the knees and hips, keeping the back straight
Proper body mechanics require bending at the knees and hips while keeping the back straight, holding the object close to the body, and using the strong leg muscles to lift.
A client with hemiplegia needs to get dressed. Which principle should the PSW follow?
Answer: Dress the affected side first, undress the unaffected side first
The rule is to dress the affected (weaker) side first and undress the unaffected (stronger) side first, which minimizes pain and strain on the affected limb.