The Basics
The Basics Part 2
Transfers
Transfers
Immobilization
100
The foundation on which a body rests.
Base of Support?
100
The #1 injury to healthcare workers.
Strain, Sprains MSK injuries
100
Identify the 4 types of wheelchair transfers.
Standby assist
Assisted Standing Pivot
Two-Person Lift
Hydraulic Lift
100
Identify the specific wheelchair transfer.
Assisted Standing Pivot Transfer
100
What is the name of the simple sheet restraint method used for young pediatric patients.
Sheet Restraint (Mummy Wrap)
What are the steps?
200
Location of the human center of gravity.
level S2
200
A key component to effective communication with a patient is?
Establishing a rapport
200
When helping a PT in/out of a wheelchair, the wheelchair should be positioned ___ to the xray table?
45 degrees
200
Identify the type of wheelchair transfer. Walk me through the proper steps.
Two person Lift.
200
Identify 3 routine and simple items that can be used to help immobilize patients for a radiography exam?
Tape - Best Friend
Positioning Sponges
Stability Bar
Sandbags
Velcro Straps
Head Clamps
Stockinette
Radiolucent Paddles
Sheets
300
How can the base of support be increased?
Standing with legs apart.
300
Define voluntary motion. Give an example.
Motion under the direct control of the patient.
300
During a cart to table transfer, which way to roll a patient?
Towards you
300
Identify all of the positions in correct order.
Supine
Prone
Right Lateral
Sims
Fowlers
300
Identify one radiopaque positioning device and one that is radiolucent.
Radiopaque - cannot see through, bright white on x-ray - sandbag
Radiolucent - transparent to x-rays - sponge
400
Identify 3 considerations a radiographer can employ to better care for geriatric patients.
Security
Warm
Comfort
400
Differentiate between stability and mobility muscles.
Stability: red, posture for support
Mobility: white, limbs for lifting
400
What is the minimum number of persons to use for a cart-to-table transfer when no moving devices are available?
Three
400
Identify the equipment pictured and state its use.
Hydraulic Life
Hoyer Life
Transfer
400
1.Identify this commercial restraint device.
2. What age is this device suited for.
3. What type of study?
Octostop
Up to 1 year, for recumbent abdomen images
Velcro restraints
45 degree angles - 360 capability
500
The medical terminology describing a sudden drop in a patient's blood pressure caused by standing or sitting upright is called:
Orthostatic Hypotension
500
Identify 4 good principles of lifting
Ask the patient what they can do first
Verify patient chart, pt may overestimate what they can do
Stand with feet apart, center of gravity over BOS, keep patient COG lose to yours, transfer belt, keep back straight, knees flexed.
500
Identify 3 items used to help transfer patients from cart to table.
Sliding Board (smooth mover)
Roller Board
Slide Sheet (Pat Tran)
Flat sheet
500
Identify 4 commonly attached medical equipment.
IV pumps
Oxygen
Suction: NG Tubes
Chest Tube Drainage System
Urinary Bags
Drains
500
A
B
1. Identify both commercial immobilization devices.
2. What age group and body part is this device best used for.
3. What type of study?
A. Pedia Poser B. Pigg O-Stat
up to 3-4 yo
Erect chest and abdomen