Hydraulic Lift
Which action would decrease a patient's pain before a transfer lift with a hydraulic lift? A. Postpone the transfer if the patient reports having physical pain or anxiety for the transfer. B. Administer prescribed analgesic 30 to 60 minutes before the transfer. C. Explain the procedure to the patient before beginning procedure. D. Stop the transfer if the patient expresses or displays physical signs of pain.
B. Administer prescribed analgesic 30 to 60 minutes before the transfer.
When preparing for safe patient transfer using a hydraulic lift, the nurse performs which actions first? A. Make sure the patient agrees to the intervention. B. Assess the patient for weakness, dizziness, or postural hypotension. C. Applies clean gloves. D. Arranges for at least 3 healthcare personnel to transfer.
B. Assess the patient for weakness, dizziness, or postural hypotension.
What does the nurse do after attaching the hooks to the holes in the sling on a hydraulic lift? A. Have the patient cross their arms over their chest. B. Elevate the head of the bed. C. Remove patient's eye glasses. D. Lower the head of the bed.
B. Elevate the head of the bed.
When using a hydraulic lift to transfer a patient from the bed to a chair, when does the nurse turn off the check valve? A. After the patient crosses the arms over the chest B. After the patient's eyeglasses are removed C. As soon as the patient has been placed in the chair D. When the nurse removes the straps
C. As soon as the patient has been placed in the chair
Which position is used when applying the sling to transfer a patient from the bed to a chair with a hydraulic lift? A. Side-lying B. Sims C. Prone D. Supine
D. Supine
