Kansas CNA State Practice Exam

The term used for the phenomenon where skin rubs or experiences friction while the underlying bone remains stationary is shearing. This occurs frequently when a person is repositioned or moved in bed, especially if they are not lifted correctly. Shearing can lead to skin damage, including pressure ulcers, because the outer layer of skin can be torn from the underlying tissue, causing disruption of blood flow and increasing the risk for injury. Proper techniques, such as using lifting sheets or ensuring that the patient is repositioned carefully, can help minimize the risk of shearing.

The other terms listed refer to different concepts in patient care: logrolling is a method used to turn a patient safely in bed while keeping their spine aligned; dangle refers to the position a patient assumes while sitting up on the edge of the bed with their legs hanging down; and a transfer belt is a safety device used to assist with moving a patient from one place to another. Each of these terms serves an important role in patient care but does not describe the specific action of shearing.