Question

A nurse is preparing to transfer a client who is partially weight-bearing from the the bed to a chair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Have the client bear weight on her stronger leg

B. Position the chair next t the bed at a 90 degree angle.

C. Keep his knees straight when moving the client.

D. Stand with his feet together when lifting the client.

Answer 1

Transferring cooperative patient who is partially weight bearing from bed to chair the first 6 steps:

1- help patient sit on side of bed, have chair placed next to bed at 45 degree angle on patients strong side, let patient dangle on side of bed for few min to equilibriate BP this reduces risks of fainting or dizziness- dont leave unattended when dangling
2- apply transfer belt of transfer aids, must be around patients waist

3- ensure patient has stable nonskid shoes weight bearing or strong leg is in front and weak foot is back
4- spread feet apart to give balance
5-flex hips and knees aligning knees w patients knees to help raise the patient
6- grasp transfer belt from underneath along the patients sides- never lift patients w upper extremity paralysis or paresis by or under the arms

Correct option: A. Have the client bear weight on her stronger leg