Skill 3 - Assists To Ambulate Using Transfer Belt

Question 1

Step 1

Answer 1

Explain procedure, speaking clearly, slowly, and directly, maintaining face-to-face contact whenever possible

Question 2

Step 2

Answer 2

Privacy is provided with a curtain, screen, or door

Question 3

Step 3

Answer 3

Before assisting to stand, client is wearing non-skid shoes/footwear

Question 4

Step 4

Answer 4

Before assisting to stand, bed is at a safe level

Question 5

Step 5

Answer 5

Before assisting to stand, check and/or lock bed wheels

Question 6

Step 6

Answer 6

Before assisting to stand, client is assisted to sitting position with feet flat on the floor

Question 7

Step 7

Answer 7

Before assisting to stand, apply transfer belt securely at the waist over clothing/gown

Question 8

Step 8

Answer 8

Before assisting to stand, provide instructions to enable client to assist in standing including prearranged signal to alert client to begin standing

Question 9

Step 9

Answer 9

Stand facing client positioning self to ensure safety of candidate and client during transfer. Count to three (or says other prearranged signal) to alert client to begin standing

Question 10

Step 10

Answer 10

On signal, gradually assist client to stand by grasping transfer belt on both sides with an upward grasp (candidate’s hands are in an upward position), and maintaining stability of client’s legs by standing knee to knee, or toe to toe with client

Question 11

Step 11

Answer 11

Walk slightly behind and to one side of client for a distance of ten (10) feet, while holding onto the belt

Question 12

Step 12

Answer 12

Assist client to bed and remove transfer belt

Question 13

Step 13

Answer 13

Signaling device is within reach and bed is in low position

Question 14

Step 14

Answer 14

After completing skill, wash hands