What should you do to organize the environment prior to moving a patient? Select all that apply. Options: Adjust the bed and/or stretcher to the correct height, Ignore any clutter that might be in the area, Make sure mobile equipment is charged, Lock the wheels of the bed and/or chair

What should you do to organize the environment prior to moving a patient? Select all that apply. Options: Adjust the bed and/or stretcher to the correct height, Ignore any clutter that might be in the area, Make sure mobile equipment is charged, Lock the wheels of the bed and/or chair

Answer

The correct actions to organize the environment prior to moving a patient are: 1) Adjust the bed and/or stretcher to the correct height, to ensure proper ergonomics and patient safety, and 2) Lock the wheels of the bed and/or chair to prevent unintended movement and reduce the risk of falls during the transfer. Ignoring clutter is unsafe, and whether mobile equipment is charged is not directly related to organizing the immediate physical environment for a patient transfer.