When transferring the patient into a car,
A. place the wheelchair at a 45° angle to the car.
B. avoid locking the brakes to the wheelchair, so you can move the chair quickly to assist.
C. lift the patient from the wheelchair to the car seat.
D. always move the patient toward her strong side.
Answer: A
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