Personal careQuestion 1209 of 1700
A resident’s feet do not reach the support bar of the shower chair. What can you do?
- Turn a wash basin upside down under the feet
- Ask the resident to hold the legs up during transport
- Tie the feet to the chair so they cannot slip
- Remove the support bar so the feet can hang down
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Correct answer: Turn a wash basin upside down under the feet
An upside-down basin gives a more secure feeling during transport.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.6: Types of Baths and Techniques
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026