When the nurse is using a wheelchair to transport a client, which of these actions is essential?
a. Push the wheelchair into doorways and elevators with the client facing forward.
b. Lift the footrests when getting the client into or out of the chair.
c. Push the wheelchair slowly from behind.
d. Keep the wheelchair unlocked when the client is not in motion.
B
The nurse should instruct the client in the safe use of the wheelchair by reminding the client to keep the wheelchair locked when not moving and by lifting the footrests when getting the client into or out of the chair.
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