Colorado CNA Practice Exam

When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide SHOULD remember to:

1. Fold the cranks under the bed

2. Inspect the bed for damages

3. Lock the bed wheels

4. Adjust the bed height

The correct answer is: Fold the cranks under the bed

When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide should remember to fold the cranks under the bed because this ensures the safety of the patient and prevents the cranks from causing any injuries. Option B, inspecting the bed for damages, should be done before operating the bed and is not a necessary step during operation. Option C, locking the bed wheels, is important but not the most crucial step to remember during operation. Option D, adjusting the bed height, is also important but does not directly relate to the safety or proper use of the manual bed. Therefore, option A is the best choice for this question.