Which intervention will facilitate the physical examination of a patient with mobility issues?

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Patients with mobility issues often have wheelchairs,walkers,or other pieces of equipment to help them move.The nurse should ensure that there is enough space for the patient to use mobility devices as needed.The nurse should eliminate other sources of noise,take precautions to prevent interruptions,and make sure the room is warm enough to maintain comfort.Playing music during the examination is distracting for the patient and the nurse.Patients with mobility impairments require safe transfer to an examination table.The patient is the expert and should be asked how to safely move from the bed to the table,either with a standing assisted transfer or by being lifted,as with a child or small adult.

Which Intervention Will Facilitate the Physical Examination of a Patient