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Mobility, Transfers & Body Mechanics

Before transferring a resident from bed to wheelchair, what should the nurse aide do first?

  • A.Lock the wheelchair brakes and move footrests out of the way
  • B.Ask the resident to stand before sitting up
  • C.Place the wheelchair across the room
  • D.Remove the resident's nonskid footwear
Correct answer

A. Lock the wheelchair brakes and move footrests out of the way

Why

Locking the brakes and clearing footrests make the chair stable and prevent tripping during the transfer. The chair should be close, and footwear should stay on for grip.

Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Mobility: Wheelchair Transfers · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-107).

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