CPTE / FREE INTRODUCTION
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Consent and safe progression
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01 · The fact that changes the plan
The brakes are locked. The route is clear. Yesterday, Alex walked with assistance. Then Alex says, I feel light-headed. Please stop. Which fact should change your next action? The current symptom and request to stop take priority over a successful equipment check. Pause the planned movement and help Alex remain safely supported while you assess what is happening.
02 · Two reasons to stop
Let's separate two reasons, because either one matters. First, Alex has withdrawn consent for the planned activity. An earlier yes does not override that. Second, new light-headedness changes the clinical picture. Locked brakes do not establish tolerance for walking. Now remove the symptom from the case. Alex still says no. You still respect that decision. Now remove the refusal. Alex wants to walk but remains light-headed. Willingness alone does not establish safety. That's the principle: consent and clinical suitability are separate requirements, and both can change.
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Scope and sources
An original educational decision scenario. No hands-on transfer technique or universal vital-sign clearance rule is demonstrated. Use current local protocols and supervised skills training.
- College of Physiotherapists of Alberta — Informed Consent (2025)
Ongoing consent, information, withdrawal and documentation. Alberta standard; apply the relevant provincial requirements.
- Open RN — Nursing Assistant, Chapter 8
Transfer-plan review, wheelchair brakes, environment and symptom checks. This film does not teach a manual transfer technique.
Sources checked 3 November 2026. Original QuietStride teaching material with synthetic narration and illustrated diagrams. Independent preparation; no exam-provider affiliation or endorsement.