An obese quadriplegic patient has asked to be transferred to a chair so he can be fed lunch sitting upright.Which of the following statements made by the ancillary personnel assigned this task reflects the best understanding of the implementation of this transfer?
A) "I'll reserve the mechanical lift for right before lunch."
B) "I'll certainly need someone to help me with this transfer."
C) "Eating in an upright position will certainly make lunch more enjoyable for him."
D) "Maybe he would enjoy being transferred into the dayroom to eat with the others."

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Using a mechanical lift is the safest and most effective method for transferring an obese quadriplegic patient, ensuring both patient and staff safety.

An Obese Quadriplegic Patient Has Asked to Be Transferred to a Chair