Safety And Infection Control>Safe Use Of Equipment Practice Test

While preparing to leave a post-op patient's room, the nurse notes the bed is in a high position after linen change, two side rails are up, the call light is on the overbed table out of reach, and the IV pump cord lies near the foot of the bed. Which action best promotes patient safety?

A patient with generalized weakness is preparing to stand-pivot from the bed to a wheelchair positioned beside the bed; the wheelchair brakes are off and the footrests are down. Which action best promotes patient safety?