Transfers Flashcards
The pt can perform a transfer without any type of verbal or manual assistance
Independent
The pt requires assistance from another person to perform the activity safely in an acceptable time frame; physical assistance, oral or tactile cues, directions, or instructions may be used
Assisted
The pt requires verbal or tactile cues, directions or instructions from another person positioned close to, but not touching the person to perform the activity safely and in an acceptable time.
Standby (supervision) assistance
The caregiver is positioned close to the pt with his/her hands on the pt or the gait belt; it is very likely the pt will require protection during the performance of the activity
Contact guarding
The pt uses adaptive or assistive equipment to perform a task independently. Are usually pts with removable armrests.
Modified independent
The pt performs 75% or more of the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Minimal assistance
The pt performs 50-74% of the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity
Moderate assistance
The pt performs 25-49% of the activity; assistance is required to complete the activity.
Maximal assistance
The pt requires total physical assistance from one or more persons to accomplish the activity; special equipment or devices may be used.
Dependent
Factors when planning a transfer
pt’s experience
pt’s physical ability
characteristics under the physical ability factor
muscle strength
joint and soft tissue flexibility
sitting and standing balance
endurance
tolerance of sitting and standing positions
motor control
four general parameters for appropriate transfer
evaluation
available written information
information of the pt and/or family
goals of the treatment
