Which describes 'moves feebly, requires min. assistance' in friction and shear?

Which describes 'moves feebly, requires min. assistance' in friction and shear?

• A. Problem (moderate to max assistance)
• B. No apparent problem
• C. Severe problem
• D. Potential problem (moves feebly, requires min. assistance)

Answer: (D)

In friction and shear assessment, how a patient moves and how much help they need tells you how much risk they have for skin impairment during transfers and repositioning. Describing someone who moves feebly and requires minimal assistance signals partial mobility: they’re not fully independent, but they’re not completely dependent either. That places them in a “potential problem” category, meaning there is some risk for friction or shear with movement and a need to take preventive steps. This is higher risk than no problem (where the patient can move independently) but not as high as a severe problem (where extensive assistance is needed and movement is limited). To reduce friction and shear, use appropriate aids (draw sheets, sliding boards, or mechanical lifts), ensure careful repositioning on a schedule, keep skin clean and dry, and adjust positioning without dragging the patient.

In friction and shear assessment, how a patient moves and how much help they need tells you how much risk they have for skin impairment during transfers and repositioning. Describing someone who moves feebly and requires minimal assistance signals partial mobility: they’re not fully independent, but they’re not completely dependent either. That places them in a “potential problem” category, meaning there is some risk for friction or shear with movement and a need to take preventive steps.

This is higher risk than no problem (where the patient can move independently) but not as high as a severe problem (where extensive assistance is needed and movement is limited). To reduce friction and shear, use appropriate aids (draw sheets, sliding boards, or mechanical lifts), ensure careful repositioning on a schedule, keep skin clean and dry, and adjust positioning without dragging the patient.