How should the wheelchair be positioned to perform a standing,dependent pivot transfer to the bed?
A) At the head of the bed, parallel to the length of the bed
B) At the foot of the bed, parallel to the length of the bed
C) At the foot of the bed, at an angle of 45-60 degrees to the bed
D) Midway between the head and foot of the bed, at an angle of 45-60 degrees to the bed

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The wheelchair should be positioned parallel or at an angle of 45-60 degrees to the bed midway between the head and foot of the bed.The wheelchair should not be positioned at the head or foot of the bed to avoid the need for additional upward or downward transfers.

How Should the Wheelchair Be Positioned to Perform a Standing,dependent