Several types of equipment can aid in lifting and transferring patients: - Gait Belts: These are belts placed around a patient's waist to provide a secure grip for the caregiver. - Slide Sheets: These reduce friction and make it easier to slide a patient across a surface. - Mechanical Lifts: Devices like Hoyer lifts and ceiling lifts can lift patients with minimal physical effort from the nurse. - Transfer Boards: These help slide a patient from one surface to another, such as from a bed to a wheelchair.
