A patient with left-sided weakness is being pivot-transferred from the bed to a commode and can bear some weight. Which preparation is safest?
Correct answer: B. Place the commode on the stronger side and lock it securely
- A. Place the commode on the patient's weak side and leave it unlocked
- B. Place the commode on the stronger side and lock it securely
- C. Keep the commode at the foot of the bed for a longer pivot
- D. Ask the patient to step backward before the commode is positioned
Explanation
The commode is placed on the stronger side, close to the bed, and locked before the transfer so the patient can pivot toward the side with better control. An unlocked or distant commode increases the risk of loss of balance and falls.
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