Question

If a patient is to be transferred to the OR table from the stretcher all the following need to be done except:

a) placing the height of the table to the height of the stretcher
b) locking the stretcher
c) having one person move the patient
d) placing a warm blanket over the patient

Answer 1

Transferring a patient to the OR table should involve multiple people for safety; thus, 'having one person move the patient' is the incorrect procedure listed.

Step-by-step explanation:

The subject of this question is related to the correct procedures for transferring a patient to an OR table from a stretcher. Among the listed actions, all are necessary except for 'having one person move the patient.' This is because transferring a patient is a procedure that generally requires more than one person to ensure the safe and stable relocation of the patient to prevent any injury or disturbance to the patient's condition. Therefore, when transferring a patient, adjustments in equipment height, securing the equipment, and maintaining patient warm and comfort are all important steps, but it is not recommended that only one person move the patient due to safety concerns.