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Before assisting a client to stand from a seated position, what is the most important preparatory step?
Locking the brakes of a wheelchair or bed is critical to prevent accidental movement and ensuing falls during transfers, ensuring stability for the client. All
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Question: Before assisting a client to stand from a seated position, what is the most important preparatory step?
Answer options:
- Ensure the client has non-slip footwear on.
- Ask the client if they are ready to stand. ✅ Position the wheelchair brakes or bed brakes.
- Have a glass of water ready.
Correct answer: Position the wheelchair brakes or bed brakes.
Explanation: Locking the brakes of a wheelchair or bed is critical to prevent accidental movement and ensuing falls during transfers, ensuring stability for the client. All other options are important but secondary to safety.
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