HF Exam 2 Study Guide ACTUAL UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
____=The patient can perform a transfer without any type independent
of verbal or manual assistance (Note: In some situations,
specific equipment or devices may be used)
____=The patient requires assistance from another person assisted
to perform the activity safely in an acceptable time frame;
physical assistance, oral or tactile cues, directions, or
instructions may be used
_____= The patient requires verbal or tactile cues, standby (supervision) assistance
directions, or instructions from another person
positioned close to, but not touching, the person to
perform the activity safely and in an acceptable time
frame; the assistant may provide protection in case the
patient's safety is threatened
____=The patient uses adaptive or assistive equipment to modified independence
perform a task independently (e.g., a transfer board, bed
rail, grab bars, or furniture); the patient may have safety
or timeliness issues
_____=The caregiver is positioned close to the patient with contact guarding
his or her hands on the patient or a safety belt; it is very
likely the patient will require protection during the
performance of the activity
, _____ assistance= The patient performs 75% or more of the minimal
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Minimal assistance= The patient performs ___% or more of 75%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
___ assistance= The patient performs 50% to 74% of the moderate
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Moderate assistance= The patient performs ___% to ___% of 50-74%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
____ assistance= The patient performs 25% to 49% of the maximal
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Maximal assistance= The patient performs __% to ___% of 25-49%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
____=The patient requires total physical assistance from dependent
one or more persons to accomplish the activity safely;
special equipment or devices may be used
____= the coordinated use of body parts to produce body mechanics
motion that is safe, energy consurving, and effective
What should your base of support look like when using Keep a wide base of support with feet shoulder-width apart.
proper body mechanics?
How can you maintain a low center of gravity when Bend at your knees, not your waist.
lifting?
Where should your line of gravity stay for good stability? Within your base of support.
What should you avoid doing with your spine when Avoid twisting; pivot with your feet instead.
turning or moving objects?
What type of movements should you use to prevent Use smooth, coordinated movements and avoid jerky motions.
injury during lifting?
How can you reduce strain during bed-level activities? Raise or lower the bed to your working height.
What is the base of support (BOS)? The parts of the body or assistive device that come into contact with the ground
to provide stability.
How can you increase stability through the base of Increase the distance between points of contact — a wider stance provides
support? greater stability.
ANSWERS
____=The patient can perform a transfer without any type independent
of verbal or manual assistance (Note: In some situations,
specific equipment or devices may be used)
____=The patient requires assistance from another person assisted
to perform the activity safely in an acceptable time frame;
physical assistance, oral or tactile cues, directions, or
instructions may be used
_____= The patient requires verbal or tactile cues, standby (supervision) assistance
directions, or instructions from another person
positioned close to, but not touching, the person to
perform the activity safely and in an acceptable time
frame; the assistant may provide protection in case the
patient's safety is threatened
____=The patient uses adaptive or assistive equipment to modified independence
perform a task independently (e.g., a transfer board, bed
rail, grab bars, or furniture); the patient may have safety
or timeliness issues
_____=The caregiver is positioned close to the patient with contact guarding
his or her hands on the patient or a safety belt; it is very
likely the patient will require protection during the
performance of the activity
, _____ assistance= The patient performs 75% or more of the minimal
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Minimal assistance= The patient performs ___% or more of 75%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
___ assistance= The patient performs 50% to 74% of the moderate
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Moderate assistance= The patient performs ___% to ___% of 50-74%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
____ assistance= The patient performs 25% to 49% of the maximal
activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Maximal assistance= The patient performs __% to ___% of 25-49%
the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
____=The patient requires total physical assistance from dependent
one or more persons to accomplish the activity safely;
special equipment or devices may be used
____= the coordinated use of body parts to produce body mechanics
motion that is safe, energy consurving, and effective
What should your base of support look like when using Keep a wide base of support with feet shoulder-width apart.
proper body mechanics?
How can you maintain a low center of gravity when Bend at your knees, not your waist.
lifting?
Where should your line of gravity stay for good stability? Within your base of support.
What should you avoid doing with your spine when Avoid twisting; pivot with your feet instead.
turning or moving objects?
What type of movements should you use to prevent Use smooth, coordinated movements and avoid jerky motions.
injury during lifting?
How can you reduce strain during bed-level activities? Raise or lower the bed to your working height.
What is the base of support (BOS)? The parts of the body or assistive device that come into contact with the ground
to provide stability.
How can you increase stability through the base of Increase the distance between points of contact — a wider stance provides
support? greater stability.
