Mobility and transfersQuestion 1426 of 1700
What does the protective sleeve on a prosthetic do?
- It holds the device steady and protects skin
- It keeps the limb cool and stops all sweating
- It replaces the need for a gait belt on walks
- It cleans the limb each time the device is worn
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Correct answer: It holds the device steady and protects skin
It goes over the limb before the device is placed.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.6: Applying Prosthetics and Orthotics
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026