Mobility and transfersQuestion 1390 of 1700
A resident in Fowler's position keeps sliding down in bed. Which action helps?
- Lower the bed flat and take out the foot pillows
- Remove the pillow under the head
- Raise the lower part of the bed or put pillows under the lower legs
- Pull the resident up by the arms each hour
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Correct answer: Raise the lower part of the bed or put pillows under the lower legs
Bent knees reduce the slide, which cuts friction and shear on the tailbone.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.2: Moving and Positioning Clients
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026