ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 16 : Moving and Positioning Patients Questions
Question 1 of 5
You and an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are preparing to turn an immobile patient from her back to her right side. Which of the following actions will you take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moving the patient to the left side of the bed first provides space for safe turning to the right side.
Question 2 of 5
When you prepare to turn a patient who has had spinal surgery, you will plan to
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Logrolling with three staff, one directing at the head, ensures spinal alignment and safety post-surgery.
Question 3 of 5
Which assistive device will you use to assist a patient with mild right-sided weakness as he moves from the bed to the wheelchair?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A transfer belt provides support and safety for a patient with mild weakness during transfers.
Question 4 of 5
What is the purpose of assisting a patient to dangle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dangling assesses tolerance to position changes, preventing orthostatic hypotension or dizziness.
Question 5 of 5
Slide sheets are different from draw sheets because they are
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Slide sheets are made of low-friction nylon, unlike draw sheets, to facilitate patient movement.