Question

the support worker has been trained to use a mechanical lift. her client is a small child who is not able to stand. which of the following must the support worker consider in order to perform the lift safely? ch:14
○ before using a mechanical lift, the support worker should do some jumping jacks to warm up.
○ at least one person is needed to work a mechanical lift.
○ because of the child’s small size, a mechanical lift may not be necessary.
○ the client must possess some muscle tone in at least one leg and have some upper - body muscle tone.
question 22
2 pts
older persons are at great risk for shearing. the support worker should always do which of the following when moving clients up in bed? ch:14
○ use a turning pad when moving older clients.
○ make sure you are not alone.
○ make sure the client has performed hand hygiene.
○ ask the client to count to three before moving them.

Explanation:

First Question (Mechanical Lift for a Child)

• Option 1: Jumping jacks are irrelevant to safely using a mechanical lift. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Mechanical lifts typically require at least one trained person to operate, which is a safety consideration.
• Option 3: The child can't stand, so the lift may still be necessary regardless of size. Eliminate.
• Option 4: The child can't stand, so muscle tone requirements don't apply here. Eliminate.

• Option 1: A turning pad helps reduce shearing (friction between skin and surfaces) when moving clients, which is a key risk for older persons.
• Option 2: Being alone isn't directly related to preventing shearing. Eliminate.
• Option 3: Hand hygiene doesn't relate to moving clients or preventing shearing. Eliminate.
• Option 4: Counting to three doesn't address shearing prevention. Eliminate.

Answer:

B. At least one person is needed to work a mechanical lift.

Second Question (Moving Older Clients Up in Bed)