When transferring a client to a wheelchair, which of the following should be true?
  1. The client’s feet are touching the ground to stabilize the chair.
  2. The nurse aide is fully supporting the client’s weight using back, not thigh, muscles.
  3. No weight is placed on the client’s legs during the procedure.
  4. All the wheels are locked to avoid chair movement and falls.
Explanation
Answer: D - Before transferring a client to a wheelchair, check that all the wheels are locked to avoid chair movement and falls. The client’s feet are not used to stabilize the wheelchair in place. The force of strength should come from the thigh muscles as the nurse aide bends forward to assist the client in transferring.
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