The nurse is planning care for a client who has limited bed mobility. What instruction should be given to the assistive personnel who will be caring for this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Place a turn sheet on the bed.
2. Always use two personnel to move the client.
3. Stand at the head of the bed to pull the client up.
4. Slide the client toward the head of the bed.
5. Encourage the client to assist as possible.
Correct Answer: 5
Rationale 1: Placing a turn sheet on the bed will help overcome inertia and friction during moving.
Rationale 2: Using two personnel will allow a "lift and move" rather than pulling or sliding the client over linens.
Rationale 3: The personnel should stand on either side of the bed and use the turn sheet to move the client.
Rationale 4: Sliding the client causes friction. The client should be moved using the turn sheet.
Rationale 5: Encouraging the client to assist as much as possible will lighten the workload.
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