Restorative Skills Ambulation and Mobility Training 1

Question 1

Before ambulating a resident for the first time after a period of bed rest, what should the restorative aide do first?

Accepted Answer

Dangle the resident at the bedside to assess for orthostatic hypotension

Answer

Dangling at the bedside allows the resident's cardiovascular system to adjust to positional changes and helps the aide assess for dizziness before standing.

Question 2

What is the correct placement of a gait belt when assisting a resident with ambulation?

Accepted Answer

Snugly around the resident's waist over clothing, with two fingers fitting underneath

Answer

The gait belt is placed snugly around the waist over clothing; it should be tight enough to stay in place but allow two fingers to slide underneath.

Question 3

During ambulation, a resident begins to fall. What is the correct aide response?

Accepted Answer

Guide the resident to the floor in a controlled manner using the gait belt

Answer

Attempting to stop the fall entirely risks injury to both the resident and aide; controlling the descent to the floor using the gait belt is the safest intervention.

Question 4

Which type of walker provides the most stability for a resident with significant balance impairment?

Accepted Answer

Standard (pick-up) walker

Answer

A standard pick-up walker offers maximum stability because all four legs are on the floor during weight-bearing, with no wheels that could roll unexpectedly.

Question 5

When walking behind a resident who uses a walker, where should the restorative aide position themselves?

Accepted Answer

Slightly behind and to one side of the resident, holding the gait belt

Answer

Positioning slightly behind and to one side while holding the gait belt allows the aide to support and respond quickly if the resident loses balance.

Restorative Skills Practice Test

Restorative Skills Practice Test

Restorative Skills Ambulation and Mobility Training 1