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T/F For good posture and even weight distribution, the patient's feet should be at a 45 degree angle to the lower legs when seated in the chair
True
T/F Thermal injuries result from chemicals being splashed on the skin
True
T/F When transferring a patient with one-sided paralysis, lead with the patient's weak side
True
T/F Keep your feet close together when transferring a patient
True
T/F When beginning a procedure, it is not necessary to provide privacy if no one else is in the room
False
When would a table across someone's lap be considered a restraint?
When the patient does not have the physical or mental ability to remove it.
What is proper body alignment?
Keeping the patient in a position of function
T/F Restraints are often a cause of serious injury
True
Give one safety rule for using the hydraulic patient lift
Two people at all times, one must be 18, must be trained in use, pad without rips or tears.
Which device is used to help with vertical movement of the patient?
Mechanical Patient lift
What is a situation that might increase a patient's risk of falls?
Confused mental status, unmet needs
When moving a patient with a transfer belt, where does the CNA place their hands?
In the back of the belt, just past under the arms.
Which muscles do you use to lift your patients?
Strong leg muscles. Bend from the hip and the knees
Which side do you place the wheelchair for a transfer if the patient has a weak side?
Place the wheelchair on the strong side.
Many falls occur when the patient is trying to do what ADL?
Go to the bathroom on their own.
When using the mechanical lift to move a patient, the leg spreader of the machine should be open or closed?
Open 45 degrees
