Before beginning any patient transfer, observe certain precautions. Which of the following is not an accurate description of necessary precautions?
A) ?Have patients put their arms around your neck or your shoulders.
B) Lock the brakes of a wheelchair and make sure the exam table or other surface will not move during the transfer.
C) If the patient is stronger on one side, make sure that is the side on which the transfer will take place.
D) Thoroughly explain to the patient what you intend to do and make sure the patient understands what to expect during the transfer.
A
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