Basic Nursing SkillsQuestion 99 of 200
When ambulating a resident with a gait belt, the CNA should:
a.Walk in front of the resident pulling forward
b.Walk slightly behind and to the side of the resident, holding the gait belt with an underhand grasp at the back; if the resident begins to fall, ease them to the floor using body mechanics—do not try to hold them upright
c.Hold the resident's hand only
d.Push the resident from behind
Explanation
Safe ambulation: walk slightly behind and to the side, grasp the gait belt underhand at the back (better leverage and control), match the resident's pace, watch for fatigue. If a fall begins, ease the resident to the floor while protecting the head—holding them upright risks both the resident and CNA injuring spines. Walking ahead pulling (a) tugs off-balance; hand-holding alone (c) gives no control; pushing (d) is unsafe and undignified.
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