The nurse is preparing to reposition a patient. Before doing so, the nurse must
a. Assess the weight to be lifted and the assistance needed.
b. Attempt to manually lift the patient alone before asking for assistance.
c. Attempt a manual lift only when lifting most or all of the patient's weight.
d. Not use the agency lift team if a mechanical lift is available.
ANS: A
Before lifting, assess the weight to be lifted and determine the assistance needed and the resources available. Manual lifting is the last resort, and it is used when the task at hand does not involve lifting most or all of the patient's weight. Use safe patient handling equipment in conjunction with agency lift teams to reduce the risk of injury to the patient and members of the health care team.
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