A practical nurse is preparing to assist a client from a seated position on the edge of the bed to a standing position using a gait belt. Place the following nursing actions in the correct sequence to ensure safety and proper ergonomics. (Arrange the steps from first to last.)
- 1Verify the bed wheels are locked and the client is wearing non-skid footwear.
- 2Secure the gait belt around the client's waist, leaving enough room for two fingers.
- 3Position feet shoulder-width apart with one foot slightly in front of the other.
- 4Grasp the gait belt securely on both sides using an underhand grip.
- 5Keep the back straight, bend at the knees, and use leg muscles to pull the client to a stand.
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The correct sequence is: Verify the bed is locked and footwear is on, secure the gait belt, assume a wide stance, grasp the belt with an underhand grip, and use leg muscles to assist the client to stand.
Safe transfer protocols require a systematic approach emphasizing both environmental safety and proper body mechanics. First, the environment must be secured by locking the bed and applying non-skid footwear to prevent accidents. Second, the gait belt is applied to provide a secure handling mechanism. Third, the nurse must assume an ergonomic stance with a wide base of support before attempting to lift. Fourth, grasping the belt with an underhand grip ensures a secure hold without straining the nurse's wrists. Finally, the actual lifting motion is performed using the strong muscles of the legs while keeping the back straight, which is essential to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
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Proper body mechanics and safe equipment use during client transfers