When transferring a patient from the bed to the chair the nurse should first?
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Richard L. Pullen is professor of nursing and assistant director of the ADN program at Amarillo College in Amarillo, Tex., and a member of the Nursing2008 editorial advisory board. Show
Special thanks to the nursing staff at Doylestown Hospital in Doylestown, Pa., for assistance with these photos. Photos by Gary Donnelly Nursing 38(2):p 46-48, February 2008. | DOI: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000309737.37702.7b AbstractIn Brief Make the right moves to protect your back and your patient—especially if she's debilitated or overweight. Caring for a loved one with limited issues can be daunting as his or her safety is dependent on you. Safety and comfort should be the top priorities for your loved ones. Here is a simple step-by-step guide on how to transfer your loved one with limited mobility safely at home. If you are unsure of how to safely transfer your loved one at home, you should seek the guidance of a professional nurse or an occupational therapist.Bed Mobility
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About Jaga-MeSee also 2 min read "My Father has diabetes, so he needs to avoid all types of carbohydrates in his food." – Nutrition for Diabetic PatientIf you are unsure of how to transfer your loved ones safely at home, you can engage with a professional nurse or occupational therapist to guide you on how to do proper transference techniques. At Jaga-Me, we believe in the empowerment of our caregivers. You can engage Jaga-Me’s professional home care services and our certified JagaPros will guide you on the proper techniques of how to move your loved ones around safely and easily at home. Which action should the nurse take when transferring a patient from the bed to the chair?Put your arms around the patient's chest, and clasp your hands behind his or her back. Or, you may also use a transfer belt to provide a firm handhold. Supporting the leg farthest from the wheelchair between your legs, lean back, shift your weight, and lift.
What is the first step when transferring a client out of bed to a wheelchair?1. Stand as close as you can to the consumer, reach around their chest, and lock your hands behind the consumer or grab the gait belt. 2. Place the consumer's outside leg (the one farthest from the wheelchair) between your knees for support.
What is the first step in any patient transfer?1. Ask the patient to sit on the side of the bed 2. Apply the transfer belt 3. Stand the patient up (as if starting a sit-to-stand pivot transfer) 4.
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