Wheelchair Safety Quiz

What is the first step to ensure wheelchair safety?

• Help patient adjust feet

• Unlock chair and push slowly

• Always make sure wheelchair is locked

• Make sure arms are close tucked to patient

Why is it important to swing wide when coming into a room with a wheelchair?

• To avoid hitting the door frame

• To make a quick entrance

• To show off the wheelchair

• To make it easier to stop

What should you do after stopping a wheelchair?

• Help patient adjust feet

• Lock the wheelchair

• Swing wide

• Push slowly

Which of the following is a correct procedure when pushing a wheelchair?

• Push quickly to save time

• Unlock chair and push slowly

• Leave arms untucked

• Ignore the patient's feet

What should be done to the patient's arms for safety?

• Leave them hanging

• Make sure arms are close tucked to patient

• Raise them above the head

• Let them rest on the wheels