The nurse is preparing to lift a client up in bed. Which items should the nurse do prior to beginning this task in order to maintain safety?
Select all that apply.
1. Plan the move
2. Face the head of the bed
3. Raise the bed to waist level
4. Stand close to the bed with the legs close together
5. Straighten the knees
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Planning the move before beginning helps to foresee any potential problems and arrange for adequate assistance with moving the client. By facing the bed, the nurse will move the client in the same direction the nurse is facing to avoid twisting or straining. The bed should always be brought to waist level when the client is performing care, to avoid back strain. The nurse should stand close to the bed with legs spread to create a broad base of support in order to avoid back injury. The knees should be bent, not straight.
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