Restorative Skills Study Guide 2026
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📚 Restorative Skills Topics to Study (21)
✍️ Sample Restorative Skills Questions & Answers
1. Which factor most commonly contributes to constipation in elderly residents in long-term care facilities?
Inadequate fluid intake and decreased physical activity are the most common contributors to constipation in elderly residents, as both slow bowel motility.
2. What is a 'sit-to-stand' transfer?
A sit-to-stand transfer is the specific movement of assisting a resident to rise from a chair or bed to a standing position before ambulation.
3. Dorsiflexion of the foot means:
Dorsiflexion refers to bending the foot upward so the toes point toward the shin, which is essential for safe walking and fall prevention.
4. What is a typical recommended starting interval for a timed voiding schedule in a bladder retraining program?
A 2-hour voiding interval is a common starting point in bladder retraining that can be gradually extended as the resident demonstrates improved continence.
5. What is orthostatic hypotension?
Orthostatic hypotension is a drop of 20+ mmHg in systolic or 10+ mmHg in diastolic blood pressure within 3 minutes of standing, which can cause dizziness and falls.
6. What is the FIRST step when initiating a bowel retraining program for a long-term care resident?
Before implementing any bowel program, the resident's current bowel patterns must be assessed to establish a baseline and individualize the care plan.