In preparing for a wheelchair transfer,the dental hygienist should position herself with her feet adjacent to each other for good balance and keep the knees unbent to protect against back strain.In addition,the operator should twist her back while lifting the client out of the wheelchair and into the dental chair.

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Both statements are false. Proper technique for a wheelchair transfer involves positioning feet shoulder-width apart for stability and bending at the knees, not the waist, to protect the back. Twisting the back while lifting should be avoided to prevent injury.

In Preparing for a Wheelchair Transfer,the Dental Hygienist Should Position