Safe Patient Handling - Nursing Reference

Equipment Descriptions/AbbreviationsLiko Ceiling Lift (Likorall or Freespan)Arjo Tempo (Total Lift)Liko Viking M (Total Lift, Floor or Ceiling)Liko Sabina (Sit-to-Stand)Arjo Sara (Sit-to-Stand)Arjo Stedy (Pt. Assist)HovermattGait BeltSlide/Transfer SheetsCEILINGTEMPOVIKINGSABINASARASTEDYHMGBSSSpecial ConsiderationsHip Replacement:Paralysis / Paresis:(ie – CVA)Spinal Surgery:Abdominal Surgery,Open Heart Surgery,or Chest Tubes:Total Joints:Weight bearing status specified by MDTHA precautions: Don’t cross legsDon’t bend hip > 90°Don’t pivotTransfer toward strong sideRoll → sit toward weak sideNever leave alone sitting unsupportedFollow MD ordersOOB with brace as orderedFollow sitting limitations – 15 minutes / episodeConsider: location of wound or tube,stage of healingMay need additional covering/padding before use of SabinaMay need PT AssessmentNo mechanical lifts everSPH - TEAMS 10-05