A frail older patient is able to stand but not to ambulate. She has an order to be up in a wheelchair as desired during the day. A safe and appropriate way to assist her up to a chair is to:
A) use a mechanical lift to transfer her from the bed to a chair.
B) assist her to stand and pivot to a chair at right angles to the bed, using a transfer belt.
C) have another staff member help lift her out of bed to the chair on the count of three.
D) place a chair close to the bed and use a slide board to slide her into it.

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A patient who can stand can safely be assisted to pivot and transfer with the use of a transfer belt. This benefits the patient (active exercise) and is safe for both the nurse and the patient.

A Frail Older Patient Is Able to Stand but Not