Deck 7: Safety

Question 1

A cane, walker, or crutches may be ordered by the physician to

A) assist the patient's family.
B) help the patient to exercise vigorously.
C) help the patient get to a standing position.
D) assist the patient to ambulate safely.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Physical therapists use gait training

A) to teach the patient how to walk faster.
B) to help the patient ambulate safely.
C) to help the patient sit down more easily.
D) to help the patient get up more easily.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Canes are usually used on the patient's weaker side.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

OBRA regulations state that a physician's order is needed for restraints to be used.

Question 5

Crutches are ordered to decrease weight-bearing by one or both feet and legs or to provide stability.

Question 6

When caring for a patient with a walker, instruct them to always slide it across the floor.