Jeanine needs to help move a patient to a wheelchair. How should Jeanine orient her own body prior to lifting?

Answer

The correct option is the first one: Stand as close to the patient as possible without twisting her own back, keeping her knees bent and feet apart and making sure one foot is pointing in the direction of the move. Detailed explanation: Proper body mechanics dictate that when lifting or transferring a patient, a caregiver should maintain a wide base of support by keeping their feet apart, keep their knees bent to use larger leg muscles rather than the back, stay as close as possible to the patient to minimize strain on the spine, avoid twisting motions which can cause injury, and orient their feet in the direction of the intended movement to ensure a smooth, stable pivot and transfer.