Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Exam

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When transferring a person from one place to another, what should you use?

  1. Adjust the bed to the lowest possible height

  2. Lock the brakes of the bed, wheelchair, or stretcher

  3. Use a transfer belt (unless the person has a condition preventing its use)

  4. Use a wheelchair

The correct answer is: Use a transfer belt (unless the person has a condition preventing its use)

When transferring a person, it is important to use a transfer belt unless the person has a condition preventing its use. This is because using a transfer belt provides support and stability for the person during the transfer, reducing the risk of falls or injury. Options A and B are not related to the act of transferring a person, while option D may not be appropriate for all individuals and may not provide proper support during the transfer. Therefore, option C is the most appropriate and safest choice for transferring a person from one place to another.