Question 1

What are the dependent patient transfers?
a. __________________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________________
e. __________________________________________________________________
f. __________________________________________________________________

Accepted Answer

a. Sliding transfer activity
b. Three-person carry transfer activity
c. Two-person carry transfer activity
d. Dependent standing pivot transfer activity
e. Hydraulic lift transfer activity
f. Dependent sitting pivot transfer activity

Question 2

What are the independent patient transfers?
a. __________________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________________

Accepted Answer

a. Standing pivot transfer activity
b. Sliding board transfer activity
c. Push-up transfer activity
d. Transfers between wheelchair and floor

Question 3

What are the assisted patient transfers?
a. __________________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________________
e. __________________________________________________________________

Accepted Answer

a. Squat pivot transfer activity
b. Assisted sliding board transfer activity
c. Assisted push-up transfer activity
d. Assisted standing pivot transfer activity
e. Assisted transfers between wheelchair and floor

Question 4

Priority one during performing a transfer activity is:

Accepted Answer

The primary concern during transfer activities is ensuring the safety of both the patient and the physical therapists or assistants involved. This is crucial to prevent injuries and ensure a secure environment for rehabilitation.

Question 5

A patient who requires physical assistance to perform a standing pivot transfer activity properly requires what level of guarding?

Accepted Answer

Contact guarding is the correct level of guarding for a patient who requires physical assistance to perform a standing pivot transfer. This involves the caregiver being in close proximity to the patient, often with hands on the patient or a safety belt, ready to provide assistance as needed.

Question 6

How much of the transfer does a patient who requires moderate assistance perform?

Accepted Answer

A patient who requires moderate assistance typically performs about 50 percent of the transfer, with the caregiver providing the remaining assistance.

Question 7

Contact guarding is used to control for:

Accepted Answer

Contact guarding is used to control for both balance and strength impairments, as it provides the necessary support and safety for individuals who may have difficulties maintaining balance or who lack the strength to perform certain movements safely on their own.

Question 8

Positioning the patient close to the PT/PTA during performance of a dependent standing pivot transfer is to:

Accepted Answer

Positioning the patient close during a dependent standing pivot transfer helps keep the patient within the base of support of the PT/PTA, permits the PT/PTA to better support the patient, and reduces stress on the PT's/PTA's back, making all of the options correct.

Question 9

The person to determine which transfer is appropriate for a patient is the:

Accepted Answer

The PT (Physical Therapist) is responsible for determining the appropriate transfer for a patient based on their professional assessment of the patient's condition, capabilities, and rehabilitation needs. PTAs (Physical Therapist Assistants) may assist in this process under the supervision of a PT, but the final decision rests with the PT. Patients and physicians can provide input, but the PT specializes in movement and functional transfers.

Question 10

Describe how explanations given to a patient about a transfer are to be given.
a. __________________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe how explanations given to a patient...

Question 11

When the assistance of more than one person is needed to perform a transfer, the one in charge is usually:

Accepted Answer

The person at the patient's head is usually in charge during a transfer involving multiple people because they are in the best position to guide the movement and communicate with both the patient and other helpers.

Question 12

What are the criteria for determining that a patient transfer is complete?
a. __________________________________________________________________
b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the criteria for determining that...

Question 13

Positioning of the cart and bed for a three-person carry is such that the:

Accepted Answer

The head of one person should be by the foot of the other to ensure a smooth and safe transfer.

Question 14

When performing a sliding transfer using a sheet, the PT/PTA grasps the sheet with the forearm:

Accepted Answer

The answer of When performing a sliding transfer using a...

Question 15

When performing a sliding transfer from cart to bed, two PTs/PTAs are positioned on:

Accepted Answer

When performing a sliding transfer, the PTs/PTAs should be positioned on the side to which the patient is being moved to ensure control and safety during the transfer process.

Question 16

Documentation of transfer activities includes:

Accepted Answer

Documentation of transfer activities should include the name of the transfer activity, the type of assistance provided, and the number of people providing assistance, among other details.

Question 17

A two-person lift is performed by the person at the patient's head holding the patient's forearms. The patient's right forearm is held in the PT's/PTA's:

Accepted Answer

In a two-person lift, when the person is positioned at the patient's head, they hold the patient's right forearm with their left hand. This cross-hand approach helps in maintaining a proper grip and balance during the lift.

Question 18

Which of the following would be an appropriate transfer for a patient with normal upper extremity strength and bilateral lower extremity amputations who uses a wheelchair for ambulation?

Accepted Answer

A sliding board transfer activity is appropriate for a patient with normal upper extremity strength and bilateral lower extremity amputations, as it allows the patient to use their upper body to move between surfaces with the aid of a board, promoting independence and safety.

Question 19

A push-up transfer often is a progression from a(n):

Accepted Answer

A push-up transfer is often a progression from a sliding board transfer activity, as it involves more upper body strength and control, allowing the individual to lift themselves without the use of a board.

Question 20

When performing an assisted standing pivot transfer the first time with a patient for safety the PT/PTA guards the patient's:

Accepted Answer

The answer of When performing an assisted standing pivot transfer...

Quiz 9: Transfer Activities

What are the dependent patient transfers? a. b. c. d. e. f.

What are the independent patient transfers? a. b. c. d.

What are the assisted patient transfers? a. b. c. d. e. __

Priority one during performing a transfer activity is:

A patient who requires physical assistance to perform a standing pivot transfer activity properly requires what level of guarding?

How much of the transfer does a patient who requires moderate assistance perform?

Contact guarding is used to control for:

Positioning the patient close to the PT/PTA during performance of a dependent standing pivot transfer is to:

The person to determine which transfer is appropriate for a patient is the:

Describe how explanations given to a patient about a transfer are to be given. a. b. c. __

When the assistance of more than one person is needed to perform a transfer, the one in charge is usually:

What are the criteria for determining that a patient transfer is complete? a. b. c. d.

Positioning of the cart and bed for a three-person carry is such that the:

When performing a sliding transfer using a sheet, the PT/PTA grasps the sheet with the forearm:

When performing a sliding transfer from cart to bed, two PTs/PTAs are positioned on:

Documentation of transfer activities includes:

A two-person lift is performed by the person at the patient's head holding the patient's forearms. The patient's right forearm is held in the PT's/PTA's:

Which of the following would be an appropriate transfer for a patient with normal upper extremity strength and bilateral lower extremity amputations who uses a wheelchair for ambulation?

A push-up transfer often is a progression from a(n) :

When performing an assisted standing pivot transfer the first time with a patient for safety the PT/PTA guards the patient's:

Quiz 9: Transfer Activities

Priority one during performing a transfer activity is:

A patient who requires physical assistance to perform a standing pivot transfer activity properly requires what level of guarding?

How much of the transfer does a patient who requires moderate assistance perform?

Contact guarding is used to control for:

Positioning the patient close to the PT/PTA during performance of a dependent standing pivot transfer is to:

The person to determine which transfer is appropriate for a patient is the:

Describe how explanations given to a patient about a transfer are to be given. a. __________________________________________________________________ b. __________________________________________________________________ c. __________________________________________________________________

When the assistance of more than one person is needed to perform a transfer, the one in charge is usually:

Positioning of the cart and bed for a three-person carry is such that the:

When performing a sliding transfer using a sheet, the PT/PTA grasps the sheet with the forearm:

When performing a sliding transfer from cart to bed, two PTs/PTAs are positioned on:

Documentation of transfer activities includes:

A two-person lift is performed by the person at the patient's head holding the patient's forearms. The patient's right forearm is held in the PT's/PTA's:

Which of the following would be an appropriate transfer for a patient with normal upper extremity strength and bilateral lower extremity amputations who uses a wheelchair for ambulation?

A push-up transfer often is a progression from a(n) :

When performing an assisted standing pivot transfer the first time with a patient for safety the PT/PTA guards the patient's:

Describe how explanations given to a patient about a transfer are to be given. a. b. c. __