Transfer Techniques

Question 1

Which client is appropriate for standby assist?
A. Non-weight bearing
B. Full weight bearing with mild weakness
C. Unconscious patient
D. Fracture with no mobility

Answer 1

✅ Correct Answer: B
💡 Standby assist is for clients who can ambulate independently with little difficulty.

Question 2

Before ambulation, what is the MOST important assessment?
A. Skin color
B. Vital signs and pain level
C. Family presence
D. Meal intake

Answer 2

✅ Correct Answer: B

Question 3

When should pain medication ideally be given before ambulation?
A. Immediately before
B. 5 minutes before
C. 30 minutes before
D. After ambulation

Answer 3

✅ Correct Answer: C

Question 4

During a stand and pivot transfer, what should the nurse assess before moving the client?
A. Reflexes
B. Stability and orthostatic hypotension
C. Hearing ability
D. Pupils

Answer 4

✅ Correct Answer: B

Question 5

In a stand and pivot transfer, the client should:
A. Pivot toward the chair
B. Jump into chair
C. Sit without support
D. Pull nurse forward

Answer 5

✅ Correct Answer: A

Question 6

Which equipment is commonly used to prevent injury during transfers?
A. Stethoscope
B. Gait belt
C. Oxygen mask
D. IV pole

Answer 6

✅ Correct Answer: B

Question 7

A client who can bear weight only briefly should use:
A. Standby assist
B. Full-body sling
C. Standing assist lift
D. No assistance

Answer 7

✅ Correct Answer: C

Question 8

Which transfer method is used for a non-weight-bearing client?
A. Stand and pivot
B. Standby assist
C. Mechanical lift with full-body sling
D. Walking assist

Answer 8

✅ Correct Answer: C

Question 9

When using a mechanical lift, the sling should be positioned:
A. Under shoulders only
B. Under hips only
C. Centered under spine with leg straps flat
D. Folded under client

Answer 9

✅ Correct Answer: C

Question 10

When transferring with a mechanical lift, the nurse should:
A. Lift as high as possible
B. Lift only as high as needed
C. Move quickly
D. Skip checking clips

Answer 10

✅ Correct Answer: B

Question 11

Which are required before any transfer?
A. Vital signs
B. Pain assessment
C. Appropriate footwear
D. Gait belt or equipment

Answer 11

✅ Correct Answers: A, B, C, D

Question 12

During standby assist, the nurse should:
A. Walk ahead of client
B. Walk beside and slightly behind client
C. Pull client forward
D. Push from front

Answer 12

✅ Correct Answer: B

Question 13

In stand and pivot, the client should:
A. Keep feet together
B. Grasp armrests before sitting
C. Sit without support
D. Cross legs

Answer 13

✅ Correct Answer: B