Which Action Is Appropriate for Transferring a Hemiplegic Patient from the Bed

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which action is appropriate for transferring a hemiplegic patient from the bed to the wheelchair?

• A) The nurse ensures that the wheelchair brakes are locked before helping the patient to stand.
• B) The patient's arms are placed around the nurse's neck before the patient is helped to stand.
• C) The nurse secures the gait belt under the patient's arms and uses it to lift the patient to a standing position.
• D) The nurse's legs are kept straight and close together to avoid tripping the patient during the transfer.

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