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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Patient Transfer/Operating Assistive Devices Correctly Quiz

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1

When positioning a pat slide (transfer board), what is the correct technique before beginning the transfer?

Position the board beneath only the patient's upper body
Gently roll the patient onto one side, place the board so it bridges both transfer surfaces, then roll the patient back before transferring
Place the board under the patient's legs after movement has started
Lift the patient manually while another team member inserts the board underneath

2

Why should a slide sheet be smooth, wrinkle-free, and positioned from the shoulders to the knees?

To make the sheet easier to remove after the transfer
To prevent the patient from becoming cold
To reduce friction and shear while providing better control during movement
To allow one healthcare worker to perform the transfer alone

3

While transferring a patient with a slide sheet, which technique best promotes safe movement?

Grasp the sheet close to the patient's body and use smooth, coordinated sliding movements
Pull the patient quickly to shorten the transfer time
Lift the patient vertically using the slide sheet
Hold the outer edges of the sheet as far from the patient as possible

4

Before lifting a patient with a mechanical hoist, which action is essential?

Raise the patient slightly to check whether the sling feels comfortable
Ask the patient to hold onto the spreader bar during lifting
Confirm that the correct sling has been selected, positioned evenly, and securely attached at every attachment point
Lift the patient quickly to minimize the time spent suspended

5

During a transfer, the slide sheet begins to bunch beneath the patient and an intravenous line becomes taut. What is the most appropriate response?

Complete the transfer as quickly as possible before correcting the problem
Stop the transfer, stabilize the patient, correct the problem, and continue only when it is safe
Pull harder on the slide sheet to overcome the resistance
Remove the intravenous line so the transfer can continue

6

In a low-resource perioperative setting, a clean bedsheet is being used instead of a commercial slide sheet. Which practice best maintains safe patient transfer?

Fold the bedsheet several times to create a thicker lifting surface
Allow slight wrinkles so the sheet grips the patient better
Use the bedsheet only for patients who are fully unconscious
Ensure the bedsheet is clean, taut, smooth, intact, and strong enough to support the patient while maintaining coordinated team movement

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Part of Patient Transfer and Positioning - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
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Organizations ECSACONM, SELF
Language English (en)
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Created July 30, 2026 by Ian-laurel-1
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