Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Prep

Answer: D - The nurse aide tightens the abdominal and gluteal muscles before lifting or moving a client. Other correct principles of body mechanics are:
§If the client is able, asking him or her to participate in the changing or transferring of positions is necessary to lessen your load, thus preventing muscle strain on your part.
§Push, slide, or pull whenever you can, rather than lifting. Pushing is better than pulling.
§A good base of support is needed for balance. Stand with your feet apart for a wider base of support, and bend your knees when transferring clients.