Moving a person from a bed to a chair is an example of what kind of task?
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Before a bed-to-wheelchair transfer, position the chair and move the footrests out of the way.
True or false: Supporting a familiar bedtime routine and a regular sleep schedule can be part of healthy sleep habits.
- A
True
- B
False
True or false: A person who needs supervision while bathing should not be left alone in the bath or shower, even briefly.
- A
True
- B
False
Before beginning assistance, what should a caregiver ask the person for?
A person can eat independently but takes longer than others at the table. Which approach best supports their eating routine?
- A
Make the meal accessible, allow enough time, and consider the person's preferences.
- B
Feed the person quickly so the meal is finished on schedule.
- C
Choose the meal and feeding method without asking about preferences.
- D
Change food textures whenever eating seems slower than usual.
When helping with elimination and toileting, follow the person's established .
Select all adaptations that can help a person participate in dressing while respecting their abilities.
- A
Offer fewer choices at once.
- B
Give clear step-by-step cues.
- C
Provide easy-to-grip tools when helpful.
- D
Lay out clothes in the order they are put on.
- E
Take over the whole task to save time.
- F
Rush the person through the routine.
A person who dressed independently yesterday seems less steady today. What is the best first response before helping?
- A
Use the same amount of help for every task because the person's abilities are fixed.
- B
Check what the person can and wants to do for this task, then provide only the help needed safely.
- C
Complete the task for the person before they have a chance to try.
- D
Ask only whether the task needs to be finished quickly.
Select all changes that should be shared with the care team for consideration.
- A
The person newly needs help with a task.
- B
The person is eating or drinking less.
- C
The person's mobility has changed.
- D
The person has difficulty completing a familiar routine.
- E
The person's usual routine has continued without a meaningful change.
- F
The person chooses a familiar preferred activity.
A person begins having difficulty swallowing drinks. What should you do?
- A
Change the food texture immediately to make eating easier.
- B
Seek advice from the person's health care team before changing food textures or feeding methods.
- C
Stop offering drinks until the person eats more.
- D
Use the same feeding method for everyone with eating difficulty.
During a planned bed-to-wheelchair transfer, the person cannot safely stand and bear weight. What is the safest response?
- A
Attempt the transfer alone if the person agrees to try.
- B
Get trained help or use the appropriate lift rather than attempting an unsafe transfer.
- C
Pull the person up quickly before they become tired.
- D
Proceed without moving the footrests if the chair is nearby.
True or false: If an everyday task becomes unsafe, a caregiver should stop and get appropriate help rather than continue.
- A
True
- B
False
A person can do most of their dressing but sometimes loses track of the next step. Describe how you would support the routine while respecting their choices and abilities.
A person is having trouble following a familiar routine with several steps. What kind of cues can help them work through the routine one step at a time?
A person wants to dress themself but finds some garments difficult to manage. What type of clothing is identified as a possible dressing adjustment?
A person can put on some of their clothes independently but needs extra time. Which response best supports their dignity and independence while providing appropriate help?
- A
Complete the dressing task for the person so it takes less time.
- B
Ask permission, allow time for the person to dress, and add only the assistance needed.
- C
Give the person several clothing choices at once and insist they choose quickly.
- D
Skip the person's usual routine to avoid delays.
A person needs supervision while bathing. Which plan best combines appropriate supervision with support for safety?
- A
Leave the person alone briefly while gathering supplies.
- B
Rush through bathing to minimize the time spent in the bathroom.
- C
Stay with the person who needs supervision and reduce slipping hazards.
- D
Take over every part of bathing even if the person can safely do some steps.
You are helping with a bed-to-wheelchair transfer, but the person cannot safely stand and bear weight. What should you do?
- A
Stop and get trained help or use the appropriate lift.
- B
Attempt the transfer quickly before the person becomes tired.
- C
Ask the person to pull on your arms so you can lift them.
- D
Proceed without help if the route to the chair is clear.
A person begins having difficulty eating and drinking. Which response is most appropriate?
- A
Change the texture of all foods immediately.
- B
Use a different feeding method without consulting anyone.
- C
Stop offering meals until the difficulty goes away.
- D
Seek advice from the person's health care team.