When transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair, the nurse should
a. raise the height of the bed
b. position the wheelchair 2 feet from the side of the bed
c. lock the wheelchair brakes and elevate the foot pedals
d. pivot the patient so the patient is facing the wheelchair
C
Safety practices for the use of a wheelchair include the need to lock the wheels when not deliberately moving the wheelchair and elevate the foot pedals. The head of the bed should be lowered to the lowest possible position. The wheelchair should be close to the side of the bed. The patient should be pivoted so their back is toward the chair.
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