What is the correct method for turning an adult patient who recently sustained a spinal cord injury?
a. Ask the patient to assist with the turn by holding the siderails of the bed.
b. Place a draw sheet under the patient to assist with turning.
c. Request help from another nurse to perform the logrolling technique.
d. Use a mechanical lift for safe turning and protecting the nurse's back.
C
The patient's spine should be maintained in straight alignment. Logrolling moves the patient's body as a unit and maintains the patient's spine in straight alignment. Holding on to the siderail or using a draw sheet or mechanical lift will not keep the spine in alignment.
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