Which of the Following Is the Best Way to Prevent

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best way to prevent a patient with a partial weight-bearing restriction from putting too much weight on the affected leg during a transfer?

A) Have a technician hold up the involved leg during the transfer.
B) Have the patient extend the knee of the involved lower extremity.
C) Leave the involved leg on the wheelchair footrest during the transfer.
D) Tell the patient to hold the foot in the air and put no weight on it.