When you are moving a dependent patient
A. Slide to prevent shearing forces.
B. Use teamwork to help with the transfer to keep patients and yourself safe.
C. Reassure the patient and ask that the patient not participate in the transfer.
D. Remove all special equipment from the patient's bedside, for safety.
Answer: B
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