There is an order to logroll Mr. Jacobs when he is turned, as he is recovering from a spinal cord injury. How will you do this?
A. Have Mr. Jacobs turn his head and shoulders while you move his hips and legs.
B. Have a co-worker help you, and use a turning sheet to turn him as a unit.
C. Have a co-worker help you turn his legs, then his back, then his head and shoulders.
D. Any of these techniques is acceptable.
Answer: B
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