Mobility and transfersQuestion 590 of 1700
After the resident is turned to the side, where is a pillow placed so the resident will not roll back?
- Behind the resident's back
- Between the knees and the ankles
- Between the top arm and the ribs
- Under the resident's head only
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Correct answer: Behind the resident's back
A pillow behind the back keeps the resident from rolling onto the back.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.8: Skills Checklist- Positioning Supine to Lateral (Side-Lying)
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026