Patient Handling Guidance

Guideline 1. Lifting and Lateral Transfers Lifting—Use upright, neutral working postures and proper body mechanics  

Guideline 2. Ambulating, Repositioning, and Manipulating—When using gait or transfer belts with handles, observe the following  

Use a gentle rocking motion to take advantage of momentum. 

Stand/pivot type transfers are used for transferring an individual from bed to chair, for example, or to help an individual get up from a sitting position. 

Use transfer discs or other assists when available. If nsing a gait or transfer belt with handles, follow the above gnidelines. 

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