Mobility and transfersQuestion 608 of 1700
In the ambulation from wheelchair checklist, how do you check the gait belt for tightness?
- Slide your fingers under the belt
- Pull hard on the belt buckle once
- Ask the resident if it feels tight
- Compare it with the shift before
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Correct answer: Slide your fingers under the belt
You should be able to fit your fingers under a snug belt.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.12: Skills Checklist- Ambulation From Wheelchair
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026