Caring for an older resident at nursing home

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You are caring for an older resident at the nursing home. He experienced a stroke several years ago, and it has affected his right side. He is alert and can follow instructions, but he is hard of hearing. He can bear weight but needs the assistance of one nursing assistant to move from the bed to the chair. What would you do to protect his safety during the transfer?

Reference no: EM133723270

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