ATI SM 3.0: Mobility Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
When using a mechanical lift, the nurse should:
A. Place the sling unevenly to adjust to the client’s shape
B. Leave the lift in place under the client when done
✔✔C. Use two staff members to operate the lift
D. Move the client quickly to reduce anxiety
To prevent foot drop in a client on prolonged bed rest, the nurse should:
✔✔A. Place a footboard at the end of the bed
B. Use a pillow under the knees
C. Keep the head of the bed elevated
D. Encourage high protein intake
Before ambulating a client who has orthostatic hypotension, the nurse should:
A. Put on non-slip socks and start walking
B. Apply a gait belt and lift quickly
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, ✔✔C. Dangle the client’s legs at the side of the bed
D. Instruct the client to stand abruptly
When using a walker, the client should be instructed to:
A. Keep their arms fully extended
✔✔B. Move the walker forward, then step into it
C. Lift the walker with each step
D. Push the walker ahead and run into it
To safely reposition a client in bed using a draw sheet, the nurse should:
A. Pull from the shoulders
B. Use a single nurse for the task
✔✔C. Roll the client to one side and reposition the sheet
D. Slide the client without bending the knees
To promote venous return in a client who is immobile, the nurse should:
A. Place pillows under the knees
B. Keep the legs dependent
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
When using a mechanical lift, the nurse should:
A. Place the sling unevenly to adjust to the client’s shape
B. Leave the lift in place under the client when done
✔✔C. Use two staff members to operate the lift
D. Move the client quickly to reduce anxiety
To prevent foot drop in a client on prolonged bed rest, the nurse should:
✔✔A. Place a footboard at the end of the bed
B. Use a pillow under the knees
C. Keep the head of the bed elevated
D. Encourage high protein intake
Before ambulating a client who has orthostatic hypotension, the nurse should:
A. Put on non-slip socks and start walking
B. Apply a gait belt and lift quickly
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, ✔✔C. Dangle the client’s legs at the side of the bed
D. Instruct the client to stand abruptly
When using a walker, the client should be instructed to:
A. Keep their arms fully extended
✔✔B. Move the walker forward, then step into it
C. Lift the walker with each step
D. Push the walker ahead and run into it
To safely reposition a client in bed using a draw sheet, the nurse should:
A. Pull from the shoulders
B. Use a single nurse for the task
✔✔C. Roll the client to one side and reposition the sheet
D. Slide the client without bending the knees
To promote venous return in a client who is immobile, the nurse should:
A. Place pillows under the knees
B. Keep the legs dependent
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