Mobility and transfersQuestion 1450 of 1700
Where is the strap at the base of a sit-to-stand lift placed?
- Around the waist, over the sling
- Around the resident's calves, if available
- Around the ankles only
- Over the resident's chest
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Correct answer: Around the resident's calves, if available
The strap keeps the legs steady.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.10: Skills Checklist- Transfer From Bed to Chair With Sit-to-Stand
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026