HOW TO USE A MECHANICAL LIFT

Resource #
DVD • HCCDE811W

Price $119.95

Program Contents: 23 minutes

Captioning: None

Copyright Date: 2006

In this program Michael Boggs, an ergonomics specialist and occupational therapist, demonstrates a step-by-step procedure for moving someone from the bed to a wheelchair using a mechanical lift. He addresses safety concerns at each stage of the procedure.

The Topics Covered Are:
• Parts of a mechanical lift
• Addressing patients' fear
• Sling placement
• Two-person mechanical lift transfer
• One-person mechanical lift transfer
• Safety measures