Patient Transfer Techniques and Procedures

The video tutorial demonstrates a CNA assisting a patient, Mr. Jones, in transferring from a bed to a wheelchair. It covers the initial greeting, preparation steps, use of a gait belt, the transfer process, and final adjustments to ensure the patient's comfort and safety. The CNA provides clear instructions and checks the patient's comfort throughout the process.

What is Patty's role in the interaction with Mr. Jones?

• Physical Therapist

• Nurse

• Doctor

• CNA

What is the first step Patty takes before assisting Mr. Jones?

• Wash her hands

• Put on gloves

• Get the wheelchair

• Close the curtain

How does Patty ensure Mr. Jones is ready to be pivoted to the edge of the bed?

• By asking him to stand up

• By asking him to scoot towards her

• By lifting him directly

• By asking him to lie down

What is the purpose of the gait belt in the transfer process?

• To keep Mr. Jones's feet together

• To measure Mr. Jones's waist

• To help lift and pivot Mr. Jones

• To secure the wheelchair

How does Patty ensure the gait belt is properly secured?

• By asking Mr. Jones if it feels tight

• By ensuring four fingers fit between the belt and Mr. Jones

• By tying it tightly

• By checking with a measuring tape

What position should Mr. Jones's feet be in before the transfer?

• Flat on the floor

• Raised

• Crossed

• Together and slightly back

What does Patty ask Mr. Jones to do with his hands during the transfer?

• Hold onto the bed

• Place them on her shoulders

• Keep them by his side

• Raise them above his head

What does Patty do after Mr. Jones is seated in the wheelchair?

• Adjust the bed

• Ask Mr. Jones to stand up

• Remove the gait belt

• Leave the room

What does Patty offer Mr. Jones after the transfer is complete?

• A snack

• A glass of water

• A blanket

• Reading material

What is the final step Patty takes before concluding the procedure?

• Washing her hands

• Adjusting the wheelchair

• Leaving the room

• Calling for assistance