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The Nurse Attempts to Transfer a Totally Dependent Patient from a Stretcher

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The nurse attempts to transfer a totally dependent patient from a stretcher to a bed. What is the best action to reduce the musculoskeletal risk factors for the nurse?


A) Use a mechanical lift to transfer the patient.
B) Use a wide base of support when transferring.
C) Ask a coworker to help transfer the patient.
D) Use transfer roller sheet when transferring.

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