The nurse is caring for a client with left-sided weakness from a stroke. When assisting the client to a chair, what should the nurse do?

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The nurse is caring for a client with left-sided weakness from a stroke.  When assisting the client to a chair, what should the nurse do?

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When transferring a client from bed to chair the following are recommended for client safety: Clients should wear nonskid shoes (first step)Make sure the bed and chair (wheelchair) brakes are lockedUse a transfer belt. A transfer belt worn around the client's waist allows the nurse to assist the client while maintaining proper body mechanics and safety.Transfer the client toward the stronger (not the weaker) side. If the client is weak on the left side, ask the client to pivot on the right side. Clients should wear nonskid shoes (first step) Make sure the bed and chair (wheelchair) brakes are locked Use a transfer belt. A transfer belt worn around the client's waist allows the nurse to assist the client while maintaining proper body mechanics and safety. Transfer the client toward the stronger (not the weaker) side. If the client is weak on the left side, ask the client to pivot on the right side. (Option A) Bending at the waist often requires the nurse to use the back for lifting, making for poor body mechanics. (Option B) The nurse should provide a wide body stance for more stability. Keeping the feet close together would not be good body mechanics and could cause injury. (Option C) The nurse using proper body mechanics would pivot on the foot distal to the chair. Educational objective: A transfer belt worn around the client's waist allows the nurse to assist the client while maintaining proper body mechanics and safety.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Left-Sided Weakness