Transferring patients from non adjustable surfaces of unequal height
Awkward positions to accomplish the transfer
Toileting and transfer tasks without proper training or tools
Car transfers
Not understanding the transfer limitations of the patient
Learn about patient transfer training
Chances are you do not. Transferring people is difficult and the successful methods are not intuitive. The techniques are very specific and require a few hours to fully master. Once learned these techniques will save you back and reduce the
I know you are wondering. What does 16.9 pounds have to do with moving a patient? A study conducted at the Veterans Administration concluded that the average weight for patients were 169 lbs. Now if you were to lift them,