Question

19 multiple choice 1 point a patient weighing 260 pounds arrives from an intermediate care facility via wheelchair for an examination of the hip. he is unable to bear weight on either leg. the most appropriate method for placing this patient on the x - ray table is to get as many people as you can find to help. call for a hydraulic lift and personnel who are experienced in its use. get the strongest coworker you can find and perform a two - person lift. send the patient back to the care facility with instructions to return by stretcher. 20 multiple choice 1 point when a patient who has not stood or walked since an accident, stroke, or surgery must be taken to the imaging department, the best method is to walk with the patient and take the elevator, not the stairs. use a wheelchair, and assist the patient when standing and getting onto the table. use a wheelchair but do not let the patient stand; use a two - person lift. use a stretcher.

Explanation:

1. For the first question, a 260 - pound patient unable to bear weight needs a safe and proper lifting method. A hydraulic lift with trained personnel is the most appropriate as it can handle the weight and ensure patient safety, avoiding potential injuries to staff and the patient.
2. For the second question, a patient who has not stood or walked since an accident, stroke, or surgery is at risk of falls and instability. Using a stretcher provides the most stable and safe transportation method, reducing the risk of further injury.

Answer:

1. B. call for a hydraulic lift and personnel who are experienced in its use.
2. D. use a stretcher.