Arizona Certified Caregiver Practice Exam

What should a caregiver do before transferring a client from a bed to a wheelchair?

1. Assess the client’s mobility level and ensure safety supports are in place

2. Immediately lift the client without preparation

3. Ask another client to help with the transfer

4. Only consider the caregiver's comfort level

The correct answer is: Assess the client’s mobility level and ensure safety supports are in place

The correct response emphasizes the importance of assessing the client’s mobility level and ensuring that safety supports are in place before any transfer takes place. Assessing mobility allows the caregiver to understand how much assistance the client may require and whether there are any potential risks involved. This might include evaluating the client’s physical strength, balance, and any medical conditions that could impact the transfer process. Ensuring that safety supports, such as wheel locks on the wheelchair and clear pathways, are in place protects both the caregiver and the client from potential accidents or injuries during the transfer. Proper preparation is crucial in caregiving to promote both safety and dignity for the client. In contrast, immediately lifting the client without preparation can lead to accidents or physical harm to both the caregiver and the client. Relying on the help of another client is not appropriate as it raises safety concerns, and the comfort level of the caregiver should always be secondary to the client’s safety and well-being. Proper training and precautions are essential in caregiving practices.