Question

1. marcus is transferring juanita from her bed to her wheelchair. he has removed the footrests, positioned the chair beside the bed, and placed a gait belt around her waist. marcus holds onto the gait belt as juanita stands up. they pivot together. the back of juanitas legs touch the wheelchair so she starts to sit. the chair rolls back and juanita falls to the floor. what step did marcus forget that caused juanitas fall?

marcus forgot to apply the wheelchair brakes
marcus forgot to use proper body positioning
marcus forgot to support juanitas full weight
marcus forgot to get someone to help him

1. saul is able to stand on his own but needs guidance and cues. saul often becomes agitated during transfers and exhibits behaviors. what is the best step for you to take before transferring saul?

ask for help
get a slide board
let saul transfer himself
provide privacy

1. what needs to be done before you can safely transfer someone from their wheelchair to a couch?

remove the footrests
position the wheelchair directly facing the couch
make sure the brakes are off
take off their shoes

Explanation:

1. When transferring a person to a wheelchair, not applying the brakes can cause the chair to roll back and lead to a fall. So Marcus forgot to apply the wheelchair brakes.
2. Since Saul becomes agitated during transfers, asking for help can ensure a safer and more controlled transfer as more people can manage his behavior and provide support.
3. Removing the footrests makes it easier and safer to transfer a person from a wheelchair to a couch by eliminating an obstacle.

Answer:

1. Marcus forgot to apply the wheelchair brakes
2. Ask for help
3. Remove the footrests