The nurse is assisting a client, with a right-sided brain infarction, to transfer from the wheelchair to the bed. Which is the best placement of the wheelchair to facilitate this transfer?
A) Wheelchair placed so client leads with his left side
B) Wheelchair placed on the right side of the bed facing the foot
C) Wheelchair placed on the left side of the bed facing the head
D) Wheelchair placed on the right side of the bed facing the head
B
Feedback:
A right-sided brain infarct can result in left-sided weakness or paralysis. The wheelchair should be positioned to allow the client to lead with the right side of the body.
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