RN Exam Practice
Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1527 of 2368

A client who can bear weight has some leg strength but cannot stand from a seated position without help. Which device should the nurse use?

  1. A slider board
  2. A hydraulic lift with a full sling
  3. A sit to stand lift
  4. A transfer board with a draw sheet
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Correct answer: A sit to stand lift

Sit to stand lifts help weight-bearing clients with some strength who cannot rise by themselves.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Mobility: Sit to Stand Lifts. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026