Basic Nursing SkillsQuestion 98 of 200
When using a mechanical (Hoyer) lift to transfer a resident, the CNA should:
a.Use two staff, ensure the correct sling size, attach all sling loops to lift hooks, raise only enough to clear the surface, guide (not push) the resident, lock the bed/chair, communicate each step
b.Operate alone to save time
c.Skip checking the weight limit of the lift
d.Lift quickly to minimize anxiety
Explanation
Mechanical lifts require two trained staff: assess weight limit, choose correct sling size, attach all loops to corresponding hooks, raise just enough to clear the surface, guide rather than push (resident swings), lock all wheels, communicate each step to resident. Operating alone (b) violates safe-patient-handling standards; ignoring weight limit (c) can drop the resident; speed (d) increases swing and injury. Sling type matches need (full-body, toileting, ambulating).
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