In this video Cindy demonstrates the use of a transfer sheet with handles for scooting a loved one or client up in bed - two person assist.
Things to remember:
- Always make sure the hospital bed is locked
- Raise the bed to waist level if possible, maintain good body mechanics
- Secure/monitor any tubing (ex. catheter, feeding, drainage tubes)
- Always instruct the loved one on details of what will be taking place
- Establish verbal cues and designate the “call person” as needed(ex. “we will scoot up in bed on the count of 3”, “one”, “two”, “three”)prior to starting the activity
- Use bed adjustments to your advantage (head down, foot up for gravity assist as loved one tolerates or MD orders allow)
- Place pillow at head board to protect client's head
- Perform scooting in increments
- Maintain good body mechanics
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