Transfer Guidelines

Question 1

Sup>Sit

Answer 1

Log Roll:
- Bend opposite leg
- Roll as a unit to the side
- Drop legs off bed & push with bottom elbow.

Tips: Roll pt toward you. Bend knees to protect back. 1 hand on hip, other under shoulder to facilitate movement.

Question 2

Sit<>Stand w/ FWW

Answer 2

Pt:
- Scoot to EOB
- Feet flat on floor w/ good alignment
- 1 hand on bed, 1 on walker
- Lean forward to stand, cueing nose over toes.

Tips: Stand on the weaker side.