Remember: When patients are weak, brace your knees against theirs to keep their legs from buckling. Also, transfer toward patient’s stronger side if possible.
Step 1. Sit the patient up
- Position and lock the wheelchair close to the bed. Remove the armrest nearest to the bed, and swing away both leg rests.
- Help the patient turn onto his or her side, facing the wheelchair.
- Put an arm under the patient’s neck with your hand supporting the shoulder blade; put your other hand under the knees.
- Swing the patient's legs over the edge of the bed, helping the patient to sit up.
Step 2. Stand the patient up
- Have the patient scoot to the edge of the bed.
- Assist the patient in putting on skid proof socks or shoes.
- Put your arms around the patient’s chest, and clasp your hands behind his or her back. Or, you may also use a transfer belt to provide a firm handhold.
- Supporting the leg farthest from the wheelchair between your legs, lean back, shift your weight, and lift.
Step 3. Pivot toward chair
- Have the patient pivot toward the chair, as you continue to clasp your hands around the patient.
- A helper can support the wheelchair or patient from behind.
Step 4. Sit the patient down
- As the patient bends toward you, bend your knees and lower the patient into the back of the wheelchair.
- A helper may position the patient’s buttocks and support the chair.
- Reposition the foot rests and the patient's feet.
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Question 19 Type: MCSA What is the priority action of the nurse prior to transferring a client from bed towheelchair?1. Place the bed in its lowest position.2. Place the wheelchair parallel to the bed.3. Lock the brakes on the bed.4. Place a transfer belt on the client.Correct Answer: 3Rationale 1: This is not the most important action of the nurse.Rationale 2: This is not the most important action of the nurse. Test Bank - Kozier and Erb'sFundamentals of Nursing [10th by Berman] 1116Rationale 3: Although all of these activities address important safety issues, the most important is to lockthe wheels on the bed. If the wheels are not locked and the bed moves out from under the client, noneof the other safety actions will likely prevent a fall or near fall.Rationale 4: This is not the most important action.
Question 20 Type: MCSA The nurse is preparing to transfer a client from the bed to a stretcher. Thecorrect position for the bed to be placed is parallel to the stretcher and
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Rationale 4: It is easier for the client to move down a slant to the new surface than to move up to ahigher surface. Test Bank - Kozier and Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing [10th by Berman] 1117Question 21 Type: MCSA The postoperative client is ambulating for the first time since surgery. The clienthas been able to tolerate sitting up on the side of the bed and has stood at the bedside without difficultyon two occasions. Which staff member should ambulate this client?
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If your loved one will use a wheelchair, you need to know about transfers. For safety’s sake, learn how to help your loved one in and out of the wheelchair. One basic method is shown here.
1 Sit the patient up:
Lock the wheelchair.
Help the patient turn over onto his or her side, facing you.
Put an arm under the patient’s upper back with your hand supporting the shoulder. Put your other hand behind the knees.
Swing legs over the edge of the bed, helping the patient to sit up.
2 Stand the patient up:
Have the patient scoot to the edge of the bed.
Put your arms around the patient’s chest and clasp your hands behind his or her back.
Support the leg farthest from the wheelchair between your legs, lean back, shift your weight, and lift.
3 Sit the patient down:
Have the patient pivot toward the chair, as you continue to hold on. Always transfer toward the person’s stronger side.
As the patient bends toward you, bend your knees and lower the patient into the back of the chair.
Take care of your back
Lifting a patient can be hard on your back. To reduce the risk of a back injury, remember to do the following:
Organize the steps in your head before you move.
Explain the steps of the move and ask the patient when he or she is ready to move.
Keep your knees bent and your back straight.
You may use a transfer belt to provide a firm hold, rather than clasping your hands behind his or her back.
Which action should the nurses take when moving a patient from the bed to the stretcher?
Transfer from Bed to Stretcher Ensure that the brakes are locked on the bed and the stretcher. Position an assistant at the head of the bed to protect and support the head and neck if the patient is weak or unable to assist with the transfer. Use appropriate body mechanics to avoid injury of the nursing staff.When transporting a patient on a stretcher the patient should be transported how?
Bring the stretcher to the side of the bed near the patient and position the stretcher slightly lower than the bed. Lock the brakes of the stretcher. Position the healthcare team such that the patient's weight is distributed evenly. Two on the side of the stretcher, grasping the sheet placed over the slide board.When transferring a patient from a bed to a chair the nurse should use which?
Using a transfer belt can help make moving patients safer. If the patient can't help much, you'll need two peopl or a fully body sling lift. Remember: When patients are weak, brace your knees against theirs to keep their legs from buckling. Also, transfer toward patient's stronger side if possible.Which of the following is the first step when transferring a patient from a bed to a stretcher?
Step 1: Get Ready to Move the Patient Start by lowering the head of the bed down and adjusting the bed height. In addition, make sure the bed wheels are locked in place. Use a plastic slide board or garbage bag to slide under the sheet and draw-sheet, wedging it beneath the patient's torso.