ATI Module: Mobility (Fundamentals) UPDATED Questions and CORRECT Answers
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ATI Module: Mobility
ATI Module: Mobility (Fundamentals)
UPDATED Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What are bedridden patients at risk for? - Correct Answer- DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
What is another name for elastic stockings? - Correct Answer- Antiembolic or
Thromboembolic Device (TED)
What do TED's prevent? - C...
ATI Module: Mobility (Fundamentals)
UPDATED Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What are bedridden patients at risk for? - Correct Answer- DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
What is another name for elastic stockings? - Correct Answer- Antiembolic or
Thromboembolic Device (TED)
What do TED's prevent? - Correct Answer- These stockings prevent clots by continuous
pressure to lower extremities
What are common compression strengths for elastic stockings? - Correct Answer- 12-
20mmhg
Sequential Compression Devices or Intermittent Pneumatic Devices are used for? - Correct
Answer- Intermittent compression to promote venous return and prevent DVT
Why do compression devices need to fit properly? - Correct Answer- They can either not
promote proper compression or cut of circulation if too tight.
How do we measure compression stockings? - Correct Answer- The circumference and the
length of leg.
How do we check the fit of compression stockings? - Correct Answer- Place two fingers
between skin and stocking they must fit.
How often should stockings be removed? - Correct Answer- Every 8hrs for skin assessment
etc.
What do we educate patients on when discussing elastic stockings - Correct Answer- Do not
roll stockings down, do not pull toe openings back, do not place tubes under leg.
, What must we assess when preparing to move a client? - Correct Answer- Muscle strength,
ability to move, activity tolerance, need for assistive devices
Where should a nurse bend using proper body mechanics? - Correct Answer- Bend at knees
Where should the client be when transferring? - Correct Answer- Close to nurses body
When a nurse is working with a client in bed, where should the bed be postioned? - Correct
Answer- Working height, hip level, so the back is not bending
When using proper body mechanics how should the base of support be? - Correct Answer-
Wide base feet approx.1 foot apart.
What are the most common assistive devices? - Correct Answer- Gait belt, transfer board,
draw sheet.
When would we use a gait belt? - Correct Answer- Transferring from bed to chair
When would we use a draw sheet? - Correct Answer- When repositioning a client.
When would we use a transfer board? - Correct Answer- When transferring from a bed to a
stretcher.
Why do we reposition a client? (3) - Correct Answer- Prevent pressure ulcers, prevent
contractures, and foot drop.
How often should we reposition a client? - Correct Answer- Every 2 hours.
What are some support devices used in positioning? - Correct Answer- Footboard, trochanter
rolls, hand rolls, pillows.
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