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TRANSFER FROM AND TO A (WHEEL) CHAIR
Fold the sling as described before.
NB : If the patient's physique and ability allows,
he should be encouraged to take an active part in
placing the sling. He can lean forward, lift his
thighs and help place the leg section.
Lean the patient forward ensuring that you support
him with an arm round his shoulders. Place the
folded sling behind his back and push it down until
it touches the seat of the chair.
The leg sections of the sling are pulled forward and
beneath the user's thighs by the loops. The loops
are then crossed, one through the other as shown.
Position the lifter close to the chair while setting the
patient's feet onto the chassis. If it is a wheel chair, lock
the wheels of the chair. Raise the patient gently just
above the chair's level and proceed to do the transfer. It
is not necessary that the patient be raised too high.
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