Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 128 of 2368
A client slid down in bed and needs to be pulled up. Which action best reduces shear and friction?
- Have one nurse pull the client up by the arms
- Slide the client across the sheet quickly
- Use at least two staff members and a draw sheet
- Massage the pressure points before moving
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Correct answer: Use at least two staff members and a draw sheet
Two-person assistance with a draw sheet prevents skin from dragging against the linens and reduces shear and friction.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Integumentary: Planning Interventions. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026