You are transferring a patient and he or she sustains an injury during the transfer.What steps must you take? (Select all that apply.)

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If a patient sustains an injury during transfer it is important to:
-Stay with patient and notify the healthcare provider immediately.
-Provide necessary supportive care until the patient is stable.
-Evaluate incident that caused injury (e.g.,assessment inadequate,change in patient status,improper use of equipment,insufficient number of caregivers to assist).
-Complete occurrence report according to agency policy.

You Are Transferring a Patient and He or She Sustains