These transfer aids can help make transfers safer and easier for you and the person that you are moving.
Proper way to transfer a patient from chair to wheelchair.
Depending on transfer method having the wheelchair parallel to transfer point may also allow for a more safe and easy wheelchair transfer.
You may need to use transfer aids such as a gait belt a sliding board or a mechanical lift to help move a person.
The following steps should be followed when getting ready to transfer a patient.
Types of hospital transfers include bed to stretcher bed to wheelchair wheelchair to chair and wheelchair to toilet and vice versa.
Position the wheelchair either at the same height or slightly lower to assist in a safe and proper wheelchair transfer.
Ensure wheel locks are set and wheelchair is stable.
A wheelchair transfer is when you move a person into or out of a wheelchair.
Being transferred on a chair enables the patient to execute some slight movements that is beneficial in improving circulation.
Putting the chair on the patient s dominant side will help you move them more easily as they will be able to put more strength into you as you transfer them.
The only way to do this is to safely transfer the patient from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Allow the patient to sit for a few moments in case the patient feels dizzy when first sitting up.
As for being transferred on a wheelchair it serves as a way to transport a weak patient on hospital areas such as x ray or.
Patient transfer from bed to stretcher.
If you are using a wheelchair make sure the wheels are locked and swing away the foot rests at the bottom of the chair so the patient can slide into it easily.