Bathroom
How do you call for help in the bathroom?
Pull the cord.
What should you do before transferring to your wheelchair?
Call for the nurse, make sure the brakes are locked.
How can you call for a nurse in your room if you need help?
Bell, call button
What should you do if you need the nurse and can't find or reach your call button?
Holler for help, ask roommate to push call button.
What should you use to keep yourself steady while transferring on and off the toilet?
Walker, grab bars
Where should you put your hands when getting ready to sit down?
Reach for the arm rests behind you.
What should you use while you are walking to help keep your balance?
Walker
Why is it important to keep clutter off of the floor?
Tripping hazard.
What should you do if you notice water on the floor in the bathroom?
Go around it, ask a nurse or CNA to clean it up.
When getting up from your wheelchair, should you reach for your walker before or after you are standing?
After
What should you do if you are walking and suddenly feel dizzy?
Find nearest chair and sit down.
What should you do if your walker or wheelchair is across the room and you need to use it?
Call for help.
List 3 ways to stay safe in the bathroom.
Answers will vary.
List 3 times when your wheelchair brakes should be locked.
Sitting down, standing up, reaching for something.
List 3 ways to prevent falls.
Answers will vary.
What can you use to reach items on the floor without bending over?
Grabber, reacher