When turning a resident with two staff, where should you grasp the draw sheet?

When turning a resident with two staff, where should you grasp the draw sheet?

• A. Near the resident's shoulders and hips
• B. At the chest
• C. At the ankles
• D. At the head

Answer: (A)

Grasp the draw sheet at two secure points on opposite sides of the resident’s torso: one person near the shoulders and the other near the hips. This lets both caregivers work together to turn the resident as a unit, using leg power and maintaining proper spinal alignment. It reduces the risk of skin shear and avoids pulling on the head, chest, or legs. Grabbing at the chest, ankles, or head doesn’t give stable control and can cause injury or discomfort.

Grasp the draw sheet at two secure points on opposite sides of the resident’s torso: one person near the shoulders and the other near the hips. This lets both caregivers work together to turn the resident as a unit, using leg power and maintaining proper spinal alignment. It reduces the risk of skin shear and avoids pulling on the head, chest, or legs. Grabbing at the chest, ankles, or head doesn’t give stable control and can cause injury or discomfort.