Ch. 13

Question 1

The ideal way to perform a transfer is to:

Answer 1

allow the patient to do as much work as possible

Question 2

When lifting a patient, why would you stand with your feet apart?

Answer 2

to increase the base of support

Question 3

Why does orthostatic hypotension occur in patients who have been in bed for long periods?

Answer 3

a decrease in vasomotor tone in blood vessels results in a decrease in oxygen to the brain

Question 4

Which of the following statements applies to all types of wheelchair transfers?

Answer 4

transfer toward the strong side

Question 5

When assessing the wheelchair patient for transfer, it is important to:

Answer 5

determine the patient’s abilities by talking to the person

Question 6

Which of the following cart transfers has the greatest potential for back strain in the radiographer?

Answer 6

drawsheet

Question 7

Which of the following statements represents proper protocol for transferring a patient from a wheelchair to a table (the patient is able to stand but cannot walk)?

Answer 7

The radiographer positions the wheelchair at a 45-degree angle so that the patient’s stronger side is closer to the table

Question 8

The center of gravity for a standing patient is:

Answer 8

at approximately the second sacral segment

Question 9

Transfers should be arranged so that which side of the patient is next to the table?

Answer 9

stronger side

Question 10

All of the following statements apply to an assisted standing pivot wheelchair transfer except:

Answer 10

the person doing the transfer stands behind the patient

Question 11

Stability muscles are found where

Answer 11

torso - back and abdomen

Question 12

mobility muscles are found where

Answer 12

in the limbs

Question 13

T/F - Wheelchairs and carts should be locked for all wheelchair transfers

Answer 13

True

Question 14

T/F - If a moving device is not readily available, the patient can be transferred to a table by using a drawsheet

Answer 14

True

Question 15

T/F - A transfer belt can be used for the safe and effective transfer of a patient

Answer 15

True

Question 16

T/F - When a patient requires the use of a hydraulic lift, they should arrive in the department with the proper equipment ?

Answer 16

True

Question 17

Which type of injury is the leading cause for disability is the US?

Answer 17

back problems

Question 18

The branch of science that applies the laws of physics to living creatures

Answer 18

bio-mechanics

Question 19

The foundation on which a body rests is termed?

Answer 19

base of support

Question 20

With Wheelchair transfers, you should position the wheelchair at ___to the table.

Answer 20

45 degrees

Question 21

How many people are usually needed for a cart-to-table transfer?

Answer 21

3