Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
The immobile client is in a hospital bed at home. Which information should the home health nurse include when teaching family caregivers how to safely move and reposition the client?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A: Raising the bed to waist level and lowering it after reduces injury risk. B: A pillow prevents neck hyperextension. C: A broad stance, not feet together, improves balance. D: Heels should be off the bed to prevent pressure ulcers.