Comprehensive Nursing Transfer, Positioning, and Mobility
Techniques Questions With Complete Solutions
"A nurse enters a room without washing hands after removing
gloves," correct answers Reinforce the need for hand hygiene
before and after all patient contact.
"Patient with neuropathy walks barefoot on hot pavement,"
correct answers Teach the importance of wearing shoes and
inspecting feet daily to prevent injury.
"The nurse discovers a fire in a client's room. What is the
priority action?" correct answers Rescue the patient first (R in
RACE) — patient safety always comes before fighting the fire
or calling for help.
"The nurse suspects abuse but is unsure. What should the nurse
do?" correct answers Report the suspicion immediately to the
supervisor or protective services — you don't need proof or
confirmation.
"What should the nurse document in the patient's chart after a
fall?" correct answers Document the patient's condition,
assessment findings, and interventions — but do not mention
that an incident report was completed.
"What should the nurse include in teaching for fall prevention?"
correct answers Remove throw rugs, improve lighting, install
grab bars, and ensure safe stairways.
,"Which intervention is most important for an older adult with
neuropathy?"
✅ Correct answer: correct answers Teach daily foot
inspection, avoid heating pads, and wear protective shoes
indoors.
1. A nurse is caring for a patient with a wound and notes that
prolonged pressure over the wound site has disrupted local
blood flow. How does this factor affect healing?
A. Speeds epithelialization
B. Delays healing due to reduced oxygen and nutrient delivery
C. Prevents infection
D. Enhances collagen formation correct answers B. Delays
healing due to reduced oxygen and nutrient delivery — Pressure
reduces blood supply to the tissue.
A child comes to the emergency department with cigarette burns
on the forearm. The parent explains the child "fell on a grill."
What should the nurse do first?
A. Notify child protective services after assessing the child.
B. Ask the child if they agree with the parent's story.
C. Call the police immediately.
D. Document only if the child confirms abuse. correct answers
A - The nurse must report suspected abuse after assessment;
investigation is handled by authorities.
A child scrapes their knee on the pavement while playing.
Which wound type describes this injury?
A. Abrasion
B. Penetrating wound
C. Avulsion
,D. Incision correct answers A. Abrasion — Friction removes
epidermal layers, causing a "skinned knee."
A child steps on a nail, which enters the foot and lodges in the
tissue. Which wound type is this?
A. Penetrating
B. Puncture
C. Abrasion
D. Avulsion correct answers A. Penetrating — Foreign object
enters and lodges in underlying tissue.
A community health nurse is developing an education program
about firearm safety. Which points should be included?
A. Firearms should be stored locked and unloaded.
B. Ammunition should be kept in the same drawer for
convenience.
C. Gun locks or safes should be used.
D. Children should be taught never to touch firearms.
E. Bullets should be stored separately from firearms. correct
answers Answer: ✅ A, C, D, E
Rationale: Safe gun practices involve locked, unloaded storage,
using locks/safes, separating ammunition, and clear child
education on avoidance.
A home health nurse finds that an older adult client's smoke
detectors are missing batteries. What should the nurse do?
A. Report the issue to risk management.
B. Teach the client how to check and replace the batteries
regularly.
C. Tell the family to call 911 for a safety check.
, D. Document the finding only. correct answers B - Part of home
safety education includes ensuring working smoke detectors and
teaching proper maintenance.
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult's living
environment. Which finding requires immediate correction?
A. Non-slip mats in the shower.
B. Grab bars installed near the toilet.
C. Scatter rugs in the living room.
D. Night-light in the hallway. correct answers C - Scatter rugs
are a major fall hazard for older adults and should be removed.
A large, infected wound is left open to heal from the bottom up
with granulation tissue formation. What type of wound healing
is this?
A. Primary intention
B. Secondary intention
C. Tertiary intention
D. Delayed primary closure correct answers B. Secondary
intention — Used for large or contaminated wounds.
A new nurse is assigned to a patient who requires frequent
repositioning. Which action should the supervising nurse
prioritize to prevent injury to the new nurse?
A. Allow the new nurse to handle all repositioning alone to gain
experience
B. Ensure the new nurse uses a mechanical lift and assists with
another nurse
C. Advise the nurse to bend at the waist and use upper body
strength for transfers
Techniques Questions With Complete Solutions
"A nurse enters a room without washing hands after removing
gloves," correct answers Reinforce the need for hand hygiene
before and after all patient contact.
"Patient with neuropathy walks barefoot on hot pavement,"
correct answers Teach the importance of wearing shoes and
inspecting feet daily to prevent injury.
"The nurse discovers a fire in a client's room. What is the
priority action?" correct answers Rescue the patient first (R in
RACE) — patient safety always comes before fighting the fire
or calling for help.
"The nurse suspects abuse but is unsure. What should the nurse
do?" correct answers Report the suspicion immediately to the
supervisor or protective services — you don't need proof or
confirmation.
"What should the nurse document in the patient's chart after a
fall?" correct answers Document the patient's condition,
assessment findings, and interventions — but do not mention
that an incident report was completed.
"What should the nurse include in teaching for fall prevention?"
correct answers Remove throw rugs, improve lighting, install
grab bars, and ensure safe stairways.
,"Which intervention is most important for an older adult with
neuropathy?"
✅ Correct answer: correct answers Teach daily foot
inspection, avoid heating pads, and wear protective shoes
indoors.
1. A nurse is caring for a patient with a wound and notes that
prolonged pressure over the wound site has disrupted local
blood flow. How does this factor affect healing?
A. Speeds epithelialization
B. Delays healing due to reduced oxygen and nutrient delivery
C. Prevents infection
D. Enhances collagen formation correct answers B. Delays
healing due to reduced oxygen and nutrient delivery — Pressure
reduces blood supply to the tissue.
A child comes to the emergency department with cigarette burns
on the forearm. The parent explains the child "fell on a grill."
What should the nurse do first?
A. Notify child protective services after assessing the child.
B. Ask the child if they agree with the parent's story.
C. Call the police immediately.
D. Document only if the child confirms abuse. correct answers
A - The nurse must report suspected abuse after assessment;
investigation is handled by authorities.
A child scrapes their knee on the pavement while playing.
Which wound type describes this injury?
A. Abrasion
B. Penetrating wound
C. Avulsion
,D. Incision correct answers A. Abrasion — Friction removes
epidermal layers, causing a "skinned knee."
A child steps on a nail, which enters the foot and lodges in the
tissue. Which wound type is this?
A. Penetrating
B. Puncture
C. Abrasion
D. Avulsion correct answers A. Penetrating — Foreign object
enters and lodges in underlying tissue.
A community health nurse is developing an education program
about firearm safety. Which points should be included?
A. Firearms should be stored locked and unloaded.
B. Ammunition should be kept in the same drawer for
convenience.
C. Gun locks or safes should be used.
D. Children should be taught never to touch firearms.
E. Bullets should be stored separately from firearms. correct
answers Answer: ✅ A, C, D, E
Rationale: Safe gun practices involve locked, unloaded storage,
using locks/safes, separating ammunition, and clear child
education on avoidance.
A home health nurse finds that an older adult client's smoke
detectors are missing batteries. What should the nurse do?
A. Report the issue to risk management.
B. Teach the client how to check and replace the batteries
regularly.
C. Tell the family to call 911 for a safety check.
, D. Document the finding only. correct answers B - Part of home
safety education includes ensuring working smoke detectors and
teaching proper maintenance.
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult's living
environment. Which finding requires immediate correction?
A. Non-slip mats in the shower.
B. Grab bars installed near the toilet.
C. Scatter rugs in the living room.
D. Night-light in the hallway. correct answers C - Scatter rugs
are a major fall hazard for older adults and should be removed.
A large, infected wound is left open to heal from the bottom up
with granulation tissue formation. What type of wound healing
is this?
A. Primary intention
B. Secondary intention
C. Tertiary intention
D. Delayed primary closure correct answers B. Secondary
intention — Used for large or contaminated wounds.
A new nurse is assigned to a patient who requires frequent
repositioning. Which action should the supervising nurse
prioritize to prevent injury to the new nurse?
A. Allow the new nurse to handle all repositioning alone to gain
experience
B. Ensure the new nurse uses a mechanical lift and assists with
another nurse
C. Advise the nurse to bend at the waist and use upper body
strength for transfers
