Safety & Infection ControlQuestion 62 of 200
Before any transfer, the CNA should:
a.Have the resident put both arms around the CNA's neck, lock the bed wheels, and pull herself upright on the count of three while the CNA lifts from under her arms without using a gait belt
b.Lock the bed wheels and wheelchair wheels, raise the head of bed as tolerated, place chair on the resident's strong side, apply gait belt, explain each step, and ensure proper footwear
c.Slide a draw sheet under the resident and drag her across to the wheelchair in one motion
d.Skip the explanation and the gait belt to save time, keeping one hand under each armpit
Explanation
Safe transfer preparation: explain procedure, ensure non-skid footwear, lock all wheels, raise HOB so resident can sit upright, position wheelchair at 45° on resident's strongest side, apply gait belt low on torso, count '1-2-3 stand,' lift with legs. Neck-holds (a) risk CNA cervical injury and resident falls; dragging on a sheet (c) causes shearing skin injury. Omitting explanation (d) violates the resident's right to know.
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