What Equipment is Commonly Used in Patient Handling?
- Gait Belts: Used to provide support and stability during transfers and ambulation. - Slide Sheets: Reduce friction and make it easier to move patients in bed. - Mechanical Lifts: Used for lifting and transferring patients who are unable to bear weight. - Transfer Boards: Facilitate lateral transfers, such as from bed to stretcher. - Wheelchairs: Essential for patient mobility and transfers.
