Which of the Following Positions Creates the Greatest Risk of Injury

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following positions creates the greatest risk of injury to the clinician during a lateral supine transfer requiring the assistance of two or more people?

• A) Standing at the patient's feet with nothing obstructing the lateral movement
• B) Standing at the patient's head with nothing obstructing the lateral movement
• C) Standing beside the patient and leaning forward as the patient is moved laterally
• D) Standing beside the patient and moving onto the transfer surface as the patient is moved laterally

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