Mobility and transfersQuestion 1384 of 1700
What does "floating the heels" mean?
- A pillow under the calves keeps the heels off the bed
- The resident's feet hang over the bed edge
- The resident wears thick socks in bed
- A pillow under the knees to ease the lower back
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Correct answer: A pillow under the calves keeps the heels off the bed
The pillow lifts the heels so no pressure builds on them.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.2: Moving and Positioning Clients
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026