TOILET: Installing Toilet Seat Riser with Clamp

In this video the caregiver will learn how to install and instruct an individual on how to use the raised toilet seat with armrests and a clamping mechanism. This raised toilet seat sits on the toilet bowl, secured with a clamping mechanism to the toilet bowl. Use caution when pushing up, distributing even weight through both arms. This product is advertised as fitting most toilets. As with any product, always check the fit and stability of the product before use.

Some individuals may need demonstration or tactile cues along with verbal cues.

Verbal Cues Sitting Down

  1. Back up until you feel the toilet at the back of your legs
  2. Reach back one hand at a time (assist with hand placement as needed)
  3. Bend your knees, stick your bottom out, lower yourself down to the toilet 

Verbal Cues Standing Up

  1. Put your hands on the safety rail (assist with hand placement as needed)
  2. Scoot your bottom forward
  3. Lean forward, bringing your head/ "nose out over your toes"
  4. Push up with both hands evenly as you stand
  5. Bring one hand up to the walker at a time  

Carex E-Z Lock Raised Toilet Seat with Armrests https://amzn.to/2rqcPau
• 5” seat height
• 17” deep, 15 1/2” wide
• 17 1/4” between the armrests
• Advertised as fitting most toilets
see product link for further product details

https://aecorner.video/video/iatp/toilet-clamp1