Chapter 3: Wheelchair

Question 1

What is a Wheelchair?

Answer 1

A mobility device that enables patients with severe ambulation conditions or no ability to ambulate at all to move around.

Question 2

What are some types of wheelchairs?

Answer 2

Variable seat widths, types of cushions, wheels, comfort accessories and weight capacities.

Question 3

Are some Wheelchairs manually?

Answer 3

Yes, others are battery-powered operated via a joystick located on the chair’s armrest.

Question 4

When does the MA should lock the brakes?

Answer 4

When leaving the

Question 5

When does the MA should adjust or lift footrests?

Answer 5

Before transferring to avoid tripping.

Question 6

When does the MA should do when pushing the wheelchair?

Answer 6

Make sure the patient’s feet are securely placed on the footrests.

Question 7

When does the MA should do when entering an elevator?

Answer 7

Back the wheelchair into and out of elevators.

Question 8

When does the MA should do when going down in ramps and inclines?

Answer 8

Back down in ramps and inclines.