Mr. Hall is very large. He is also weak and disoriented. You are assigned to transfer him to the chair. You should
A) ask another assistant to help you.
B) use the mechanical lift by yourself.
C) tell the patient he must stay in bed.
D) quickly lift the patient under the arms.
A
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