To move a client from a supine to a side-lying position, which of these actions should the nurse take first?
a. Lift the client's body.
b. Place the client's inside arm next to the body with the palm of the hand against the hip.
c. Slide hands under the client's body in a secure manner.
d. Place pillows at the client's back to stabilize the new position.
C
When repositioning a client from supine to a side-lying position, slide hands under the client's body in a secure manner and move the client toward you in stages.
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