Ms. Cohen is a patient who is very weak. Although she is not extremely heavy, she is unable to help when turned or moved in bed. The nursing assistant caring for Ms. Cohen should
A. Turn Ms. Cohen only twice per shift, to decrease the chance of back injury.
B. Ask the nurse to get an order for a turning sheet to use with Ms. Cohen.
C. Ask a co-worker to help safely move and turn Ms. Cohen.
D. Use a pillow to tilt Ms. Cohen rather than trying to turn her from side to side.
Answer: C
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