7. 5. If client can bear weight, full
assistance not needed: standby
for safety as needed.
8. 6. If client can bear weight
partially only, use stand & pivot
(turn) technique.
9. 7. The nurse should face client
with feet comfortably apart
and a broad base of support
10. 8. Assist client to sitting position.
Have client use arm next to
mattress and push while you help
lift upper body as client's legs
swing over the edge of the bed