A backward lift transfer from the floor into a wheelchair requires which of the following?

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Adequate patient shoulder strength and range of motion are required for a backward lift transfer from the floor into a wheelchair. This is because the patient needs to push themselves up from the floor and onto the wheelchair using their arms and shoulders. The other options (A, B, and C) may be relevant for other types of transfers but are not specifically required for a backward lift transfer from the floor.

A Backward Lift Transfer from the Floor into a Wheelchair