Personal careQuestion 318 of 1700
Who typically uses a bedpan?
- A resident who walks alone
- A resident who can stand with help
- A resident who uses a toilet sling only
- A resident who cannot bear weight
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Correct answer: A resident who cannot bear weight
Residents who cannot put weight on their legs, or who choose to stay in bed, use a bedpan.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.8: Assistance With Toileting
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026