HAC HAC Mobility & Rehabilitation Assistance

Question 1

When assisting a patient to transfer from bed to wheelchair, where should you position the wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

At a 45-degree angle to the bed on the patient's stronger side

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Directly in front of the bed

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At a 90-degree angle on the patient's weaker side

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Behind the patient

Question 2

Which of the following is the safest way to use a gait belt when assisting a patient to walk?

Accepted Answer

Secure it snugly around the patient's waist and grasp it from behind and to the side

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Place it loosely around the patient's waist over clothing

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Wrap it around the patient's arm for easy control

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Use it only on patients who have never fallen before

Question 3

What does the term 'range of motion' (ROM) exercise refer to?

Accepted Answer

Exercises that move a joint through its full arc of movement

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Exercises performed only by physical therapists

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Exercises that increase muscle mass

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Breathing exercises for lung capacity

Question 4

When performing passive range of motion exercises, the healthcare aide should:

Accepted Answer

Move the joint smoothly to the point of resistance, not pain

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Push the joint as far as possible to stretch ligaments

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Only work on the patient's legs

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Have the patient resist the movement for strength training

Question 5

A patient with left-sided weakness is being helped to dress. Which arm should be dressed first?

Accepted Answer

The left (weaker) arm

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The right (stronger) arm

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It does not matter

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Ask the patient to do it independently

Question 6

Which body mechanic principle should a healthcare aide apply when lifting or moving a patient?

Accepted Answer

Keep the load close to your body and bend your knees

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Bend at the waist and keep legs straight

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Twist your torso to redirect the patient

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Lift quickly to reduce time under strain