Transfers; Independent; With A Sliding Board; With A Mechanical Lift Aid - Invacare SHAPE SENSOR User Manual

FIGURE 11 MOVING THE SENSOR TO THE
"FULL FLAT" POSITION
4. The back angle adjustment knobs can now be re-
moved and reinserted into the second threaded
receptacle to lock the back into position (Figure
12).
FIGURE 12 REINSERTING THE KNOBS TO
LOCK THE SENSOR BACK
WA R N I N G
Extreme caution is advised when it is
necessary to move an UNOCCUPIED
Shape Sensor. Invacare recommends
using two (2) assistants and making thor-
ough preparations.
ONLY secure, nondetachable parts for
hand hold supports.
to lift the Shape Sensor by the seat sen-
sor, back sensor, armrests, or legrests.
Use the base frame for lifting purposes.
Lifting by means of the removable (de-
tachable) parts of a Shape Sensor may
result in injury to the assistants, or dam-
age to the Shape Sensor.
Make sure to use
DO NOT attempt

TRANSFERS

Care must always be taken whenever an individual
transfers onto or off of the Shape Sensor. The Shape
Sensor's back panel and the rear castors must both
be locked before attempting a transfer. There are sev-
eral methods of transfers, and what style is used should
be determined by the client and/or caregivers. The
ability to transfer can vary from total independence, to
total dependence. Never assist in a transfer unless
you are completely confident in your skills and solicit
any help needed to complete this important procedure.
When necessary, assist the client in moving across
the Shape Sensor's seat so as not to disengage the
plunger caps. Once the transfer has been completed,
make sure that the client is stable and secure upon
the surfaces before letting them sit independently.

Independent

If the client normally performs independent transfers,
then the clinicians role is to help prepare/position the
Shape Sensor and "spot" the client during the process.
The client knows best how to prepare their own chair
and the clinician may be asked to remove or position
accessories.
1. Remove the footrests.
2. Remove whatever armrests the client requests.
Some clients may prefer that the armrest furthest
away from them be left in place as a point of stabi-
lization and support. Other clients may require both
armrests be left in place.
3. Position yourself in a location that will allow you to
assist in the process if the client is experiencing diffi-
culty. Keep close, but don't inhibit the maneuver.
4. Reinstall footrests and armrests.

With a sliding board

Follow steps 1-3 above
5. Help keep the sliding board from moving away from
the support surfaces, and assist with its removal
when the transfer is complete.

With a mechanical lift aid

Only use a mechanical lift aid if you have been trained
in its operation and have all of the necessary compo-
nents to safely complete the task. There should be
sufficient background information to determine if the
client remains seated on the sling at all times. Re-
move the footrests and armrests before starting the
transfer.
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