During a pivot transfer, safe technique includes:

During a pivot transfer, safe technique includes:

• A. Stand close to the resident, bend the knees, and use leg muscles to pivot
• B. Keep the back twisted and shoulders rotated
• C. Lift with the back while twisting
• D. Push with the arms while the feet stay planted

Answer: (A)

Safe pivot transfers rely on proper body mechanics: stay close to the resident, bend the knees to use leg muscles for lifting, and pivot by moving your feet rather than twisting your spine. Standing close minimizes reaching and helps keep the center of gravity over your legs, while bending the knees allows you to lift and turn with the stronger leg muscles instead of stressing the back. Twisting the back, lifting with the back, or pushing with the arms while keeping feet planted all create unsafe forces on the spine and increase the risk of injury to you and the resident.

Safe pivot transfers rely on proper body mechanics: stay close to the resident, bend the knees to use leg muscles for lifting, and pivot by moving your feet rather than twisting your spine. Standing close minimizes reaching and helps keep the center of gravity over your legs, while bending the knees allows you to lift and turn with the stronger leg muscles instead of stressing the back. Twisting the back, lifting with the back, or pushing with the arms while keeping feet planted all create unsafe forces on the spine and increase the risk of injury to you and the resident.