You Are Preparing to Transfer a Patient Who Just Had

Multiple Choice

You are preparing to transfer a patient who just had bilateral knee replacements from the bed to the bedside chair. The patient is much taller than you are, and you want to make sure that the transfer is safe for you and the patient. As you face the patient, you determine that blocking both knees is not required. Which of the following positions is the best way to position your feet?

A) Place your feet about 10 in. apart and staggered.
B) Place your feet about 20 in. apart and side by side.
C) Place your feet about 30 in. apart and staggered.
D) Place your feet about 40 in. apart and side by side.