Restorative Skills Assistive Devices and Adaptive Equipment 3

Question 1

How often should a wheelchair-dependent resident be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

At least every 1 to 2 hours or per the care plan

Answer

Once per shift is sufficient

Answer

Only when the resident reports discomfort

Answer

Every 30 minutes without exception

Question 2

What does 'total hip precautions' mean for a resident with a hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

Avoid hip flexion past 90 degrees, adduction past midline, and internal rotation

Answer

No weight-bearing on either leg for 6 weeks

Answer

Avoid all range of motion exercises permanently

Answer

Use a wheelchair exclusively and avoid all standing

Question 3

Which adaptive device helps a resident with severe arthritis open bottles and jars independently?

Accepted Answer

Dycem non-slip mat or jar opener with extended handle

Answer

Built-up handle fork

Answer

Rocker knife

Answer

Plate guard

Question 4

A restorative aide observes that a resident's AFO (ankle-foot orthosis) is causing redness on the shin. What should the aide do?

Accepted Answer

Remove the AFO, do not apply it again until reported to and evaluated by the nurse

Answer

Place padding over the red area and continue use

Answer

Loosen the straps and continue ambulation

Answer

Document the redness and continue the session with the AFO in place

Question 5

What is the function of a dysphagia cup (nose-cutout cup)?

Accepted Answer

Allows the resident to drink without tilting the head back, reducing aspiration risk

Answer

Measures the exact amount of fluid consumed per serving

Answer

Keeps hot beverages warm longer

Answer

Provides a wider opening for residents with tremors

Question 6

Which of the following is the correct way to clean and store a resident's personal assistive device between uses?

Accepted Answer

Clean per facility protocol, allow to dry, and store in the resident's room

Answer

Share devices between residents after wiping with a dry cloth

Answer

Send devices to central supply after each use

Answer

Store all assistive devices in the common activity room