Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1070 of 1700
You find a resident on the floor after a fall, and nothing nearby is dangerous. What should you do?
- Do not move the resident, and notify the nurse
- Help the resident stand up to check for pain
- Move the resident to a chair for comfort
- Lift the resident into bed with a co-worker
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Correct answer: Do not move the resident, and notify the nurse
Moving a hurt person can cause more injury. The nurse must assess the resident first.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.2: Emergency Situations
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026