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1-When turning a patient in bed, which position should the patient be placed in to

prevent pressure ulcers?


a) Supine position
b) Prone position
c) Side-lying position
d) Trendelenburg position

2-Which of the following is the most appropriate technique for turning a patient in
bed?
a) Lift the patient using your back muscles
b) Roll the patient using your arms and shoulders
c) Slide the patient using a bed sheet or draw sheet
d) Ask the patient to turn themselves
3-When turning a patient, how often should you reposition them to prevent
pressure ulcer?
a) Every 2 hours
b) Every 4 hours
c) Every 6 hours
d) Once a day
4- What is the primary purpose of turning a patient in bed?
a) To provide exercise for the patient
b) To promote comfort and relaxation
c) To prevent pressure ulcers and skin breakdown
d) To improve respiratory function
5- When assisting a patient to turn in bed, which action should you take first?
a) Explain the procedure to the patient
b) Assess the patient's condition and ability to participate
c) Gather the necessary supplies and equipment
d) Wash your hands and put on gloves

6- Which of the following factors should be considered when turning a patient in


bed?
a) Patient's body weight and size
b) Patient's level of pain or discomfort
c) Patient's ability to assist in the movement
d) All of the above
7-What should you do if a patient complains of pain or discomfort during the
turning process?
a) Ignore the complaint and continue turning the patient
b) Stop turning and assess the patient's condition
c) Administer pain medication without consulting the healthcare team
d) Ask the patient to tolerate the pain for a short period
8- Which of the following factors should be considered when transferring a patient
from a bed to a chair or wheelchair? (Select all that apply)
a) Patient's weight and size
b) Patient's mobility and strength
c) Availability of assistive devices
d) Time of day e) Patient's medical history
1-Turning and repositioning a patient in bed helps prevent pressure ulcers.

2- It is not necessary to wash your hands before assisting a patient to turn in bed.

3-Changing position patient in bed should be done every 6 hours to ensure proper
positioning.

4-When turning a patient, it is important to maintain proper body alignment.

5-The primary purpose of turning a patient in bed is to promote exercise and mobility.

6-It is safe to turn a patient on their own without any assistance.

7- Using a draw sheet or bed sheet can help facilitate the turning and movement of a
patient in bed.

8- It is not necessary to assess the patient's condition and ability to participate before
turning them in bed.

9- Turning a patient should be done quickly and without considering the patient's comfort.

10- If a patient complains of pain during the turning process, it is important to stop and
assess their condition.
Give the rational:-

1- Stand in front of the patient and assess for any balance problems or

complaints of dizziness. Allow legs to dangle a few minutes before

continuing.

2- Cover with top sheet and blanket ifnecessary.

3- Adjust the head of the bed to a flat position or as low as the patient can

Tolerate nurse.

4- - Place the bed in the lowest position with the side rails up.

5- perform hand hygiene before moving the patient

6- Roll up the draw sheet on each side until it is next to the patient the nurse’s hands close
to the weight to be moved.

7- Lock brakes of wheel chair. –

8- Place both hands under patient's axillaries areas, have patient place his hands on
shoulders, give yourself a wide base of support by putting the foot forward and flexing your
knees while Transferring the patient from a bed to a chair or wheelchair

1- Identify the indications of Transferring the Patient from a Bed to a Stretcher?

2- Mention the purpose of turning the patient away from you?

3- List 6 of Principles of moving and turning patient in bed?

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