When a patient has an implanted medication pump, you should
A) never use a transfer belt for moving the patient.
B) use a transfer belt the first time the patient gets up after the pump is implanted.
C) use a transfer belt only after the surgical site is well healed.
D) apply the transfer belt under the arms, instead of at the waist.
C
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