Mobility and transfersQuestion 538 of 1700

A resident cannot walk but can move the legs. What can you do to help the resident move independently?

  1. Push the wheelchair for the resident at all times
  2. Lock the wheelchair brakes for most of the day
  3. Keep the foot pedals on and the legs still
  4. Remove the foot pedals if it is safe to do so
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Correct answer: Remove the foot pedals if it is safe to do so

Without pedals, the resident can use the feet to move the chair alone.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.3: Promoting Joint Mobility and Activity

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026