Question

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Which step is most important for a nursing assistant when moving a patient from a bed to a stretcher?
locking the wheels so the patient doesn't slip
unlocking the wheels so the stretcher is easy to maneuver
making sure the stretcher is perpendicular to the bed
moving the patient alone to ensure patient privacy

Answer 1

Gently roll the patient back onto the slide board. Adjust the position of the patient to center his or her weight onto the slide board. Line up the stretcher with the bed, setting the stretcher one half inch lower than the bed. Lock the brakes on the stretcher.

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