Transfer From Sara Flex To Toilet - Arjohuntleigh Sara Flex Instructions For Use Manual

Transfer from Sara Flex to Toilet

Fig. 22
Fig. 23
(18 Steps)
1. Using the maneuvering handle, position patient in
front of the toilet/commode or device that patient
will sit on. (See Fig. 22)
2. Adjust chassis legs if needed.
3. While the patient is standing caregiver can
help with the patient's clothing (i.e., dressing,
undressing or toileting tasks etc.).
4. Position the patient over the toilet/commode.
Press the down arrow on the hand control to lower
the patient to a sitting position.
5. Stand next to the patient while he/she is being
lowered.
WARNING
To avoid pinching of genitals and skin,
make sure there is enough clearance
during movement .
6. Apply the castor brakes to keep Sara Flex in
position once the patient is sitting on the toilet.
(See Fig. 23)
7. Remove sling clips from Sara Flex.
8. Have the patient release their hands from the
patient/resident handles.
9. Detach leg straps, if applicable.
10. Remove sling, if needed.
11. Allow privacy for the patient, but make sure the
patient is not left unattended.
12. After providing personal hygiene care, reapply
sling, if removed.
13. Ask or assist patient to place his/her hands on the
patient/resident handles.(See Fig. 15)
14. Attach sling clips to attachment points on the Sara
Flex lifting arm. (See Fig. 16)
15. Make sure the clips are attached securely.
(See Fig. 17)
16. Raise the patient slightly and apply any necessary
incontinent products and adjust clothing.
17. Release the brakes.
18. Before transfer from the toilet, repeat the steps
in "Raise a Patient to Standing Position" on
page 16.
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