CNA Chapter 10
What is dangling?
A way to help residents regain balance before standing up
In this position the resident is lying in a semi-sitting position
Fowler's
What is logrolling?
Moving a resident as a unit without disturbing alignment
In this position the resident is lying on their stomach
Prone
In this position the resident is lying on their left side with one leg drawn up
Sim's
In this position the resident is lying flat on their back
Supine
The weaker side of the body is referred to as what?
The involved side
When transferring residents who have one-sided weakness, which side should move first?
The stronger side
Why do residents who spend a lot of time in bed or wheelchairs need to be re-positioned often?
They are at risk for skin breakdown or ulcers
When helping a visually-impaired resident walk, it is important for the NA to let the resident walk where?
beside and slightly behind her
If the resident is unable to stand without hep, the NA should a. told the resident close to the NA's center of gravity b. tell the resident to stand on the count of three c. brace the resident's lower extremities d. adjust the bed to the highest position
c. brace the resident's lower extremities
In this position the resident is lying on either side
lateral
what side should a resident place a cane?
on the stronger side
What piece of equipment is used to help transfer residents who are unable to bear weight on their legs?
slide or transfer board
What is a draw sheet used for?
to re-position residents without causing shearing
