Removing the sling
Gently pull the leg sections to the side, out from under the patient’s thighs. Standing by the patient’s side, lean the patient forward while supporting the patient with one hand. Pull the sling up from behind the patient’s back and position the patient in the chair.
WARNING: Pulling sharply on the sling may cause the patient to fall forward, resulting in personal injury. Always support the patient by keeping one arm around the patient’s shoulders when placing or removing the sling.
Info: If possible, the patient should be encouraged to take an active part in removing the sling. The patient can lean forward, lift their thighs, and help in removing the leg sections.
Transferring the patient from a bed to a wheelchair or commode chair
1.For smooth, easy lifting, have the wheelchair or commode chair in ready position with wheel locks in locked position.
2.With patient
3.Place sling, folded lengthwise, halfway under patient with lower edge just beneath knees.
4.Roll patient to side toward attendant, pull sling to smooth it, and center patient on sling.
5.Pull the leg loops forward and under the thighs.
6.Cross the loops, one through the other.
7.With base of lift under bed, SLOWLY release pressure knob by turning it
8.Turn pressure knob clockwise until tight, and lift the patient by operating the pump handle.
9.Lift patient, maintaining patient's position facing attendant, until patient's feet swing easily off the bed.
10.Position patient above wheelchair or commode chair. Lock lift brakes.
WARNING: Before transfer, ensure wheelchair or commode chair wheel locks are in locked position. Wheelchair wheel locks must be in a LOCKED POSITION before lowering the patient into the wheelchair, or unexpected wheelchair movement could result, which may result in serious personal injury to both the patient and the attendants.
11.SLOWLY release pressure knob by turning it
12.When patient is seated, push down on boom to slacken sling loops. Patient can remain seated on sling.
13.For commode chair use, adjust clothing before moving lift to straddle commode chair. Keep sling loops taut and ensure that patient is in a comfortable position.
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