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b) Connect the back support loops to the lift arm hooks using the same loop on both
sides of the sitting sling. Use the lift arm hooks that will position the patient in an
erect sitting position.
12) Double-check the sitting sling connection to the lift to make sure the loops are
connected securely to the lift.
13) Lift the patient approximately 2 inches off of the bed, wheelchair, etc. DO NOT raise the
patient to a standing position, as this will be uncomfortable for the patient.
14) Unlock the VERA-LIFT™ brakes and back the lift away.
15) Lower the patient to a normal sitting position.
16) While slowly turning the lift, move the patient to the desired location with the back of
the patient's legs against the bed, wheelchair, etc.
17) Raise the patient approximately 2 inches above the top of the bed, wheelchair, etc. DO
NOT raise the patient to a standing position.
18) Leaving the caster brakes unlocked, lower the patient so that his or her buttocks are
positioned correctly on the bed or at the back of the wheelchair seat, etc.
19) Remove the sitting sling from the extended bolt on the mast and from the lift arm
hooks. Back the lift away from the patient.
20) Unfasten the inner safety belt and remove the sitting sling.
21) Make sure the patient is safely positioned before removing the VERA-LIFT™ and sitting
sling from the room.
Standing Transfer Toileting Procedure
Follow the VERA-LIFT™ standing transfer procedure for the patient that is used for other
standing transfers through step 12 in the "Basic Standing Transfer" procedure and through
step 13 in the "Standing Transfer With Crossed Straps" procedure. Continue with the
following steps.
13) While slowly turning the lift, move the patient into position with the back of the
patient's legs against the front of the toilet or commode.
14) Adjust the patient's clothing and incontinence products if used and, leaving the caster
brakes unlocked, lower the patient onto the toilet or commode seat.
15) Lock the caster brakes. Leave the back belt attached snuggly to the lift arm hooks with
the lift in front of the patient.
DURING THE TOILETING PROCEDURE.
16) After the patient has finished, lift him or her to a standing position, and help with peri
care as needed.
17) Apply a clean incontinence product, if needed, and replace the patient's clothing.
18) Unlock the caster brakes and move the patient to the desired location within the room
with the back of the patient's legs against the bed, wheelchair, etc.
April 2013
For your nearest Distributor, call 1-800-694-4525
November 2017
NEVER LEAVE THE PATIENT UNATTENDED
For your nearest distributor, call 1-800-694-4525
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