Question

The nurse and an assistant are preparing to move a client up in bed. Arrange the following steps in the correct order.

1. Adjust the head of the bed to a flat position.
2. Place a friction-reducing sheet under the client.
3. Ask the client to bend legs and place the chin on the chest.
4. Position the assistant on the side opposite you.
5. Remove all pillows from under the client.
6. Grasp the sheet and move the client on the count of 3.
A) 3, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6
B) 1, 2, 4, 3, 5, 6
C) 1, 5, 4, 2, 3, 6

Answer 1

To move a client up in bed safely, adjust the bed to a flat position, remove pillows, have an assistant opposite you, place a friction-reducing sheet, have the client assist if possible, and then grasp the sheet to move the client on the count of three.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct sequence for preparing to move a client up in bed with the help of a nurse and an assistant is to ensure safety and efficiency throughout the process. The correct order of steps is:

1. Adjust the head of the bed to a flat position.
2. Remove all pillows from under the client.
3. Position the assistant on the side opposite you.
4. Place a friction-reducing sheet under the client.
5. Ask the client to bend legs and place the chin on the chest.
6. Grasp the sheet and move the client on the count of 3.

The steps should be followed in sequence to minimize the risk of injury to both the client and the healthcare professionals involved in the transfer.