The Nurse Is Caring for a Postoperative Patient

The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient. When the patient is allowed to get out of bed for the first time postoperatively, which of these measures would be most effective to ensure patient safety?

A) Have the patient put on nonskid slippers before standing.
B) Ensure that two caregivers assist the patient to stand.
C) Dangle the patient at the bedside before standing is attempted.
D) Teach the patient to request help before rising.