Mechanical Lifts Flashcards
if a patient can walk 10 feet they can do a
stand-pivot transfer
the more dependent the patient, the _______ the need for mechanical devices
greater
therapists may manually assist in mobility as part of _____________ _____________
rehabilitation interventions
a standing lift uses a ____ ______ to stand a patient
force couple
the patient should not be in full standing when moving them using a standing lift
true
ways to perform a lateral transfer
slippery sheet or draw sheet
air-assisted devices
rigid and semirigid transfer boards
factors to consider when deciding to do a lateral transfer
weight of patient musculoskeletal complications lateral distance being covered patient's psychological condition width of adjacent surfaces need for head control
if someone is NWB on the right, can you use a standing lift?
no
would you use a hoyer lift with someone who can do a pivot transfer?
no
mechanical methods of supine repositioning
overhead trapeze bar
slippery sheet
vertical lift equipment
can someone who is NWB in the UE use an overhead trapeze bar?
no
how many people minimum does it take to use a slippery sheet?
2
mechanical seated methods of repositioning
total body lift
sit-to-stand lift
friction-reducing lateral transfer device
bariatric transfer precautions
proper body mechanics
use equipment labled “EC” (extended capacity) and rated for a higher maximum weight
transfer or repositioning may require assistance of more individuals
manual lifting places the clinician at _________ risk of injury
increased
