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Practical handling
TransferMattress including nylon cover and/or tube foil is
positioned under the user by rolling the user slightly away
from the direction of movement, preferably using a draw
sheet. TransferMattress is positioned under the user after
which the user is rolled back.
TransferMattress should only be laid a few inches under the user.
Position the user's head and legs carefully onto the mattress.
If possible, it is helpful to cross the user's legs so that the leg
that is closest to the glide mattress is lowest with the other leg
crossed over it. It is also helpful to start the transfer with a slight
push (Illustration 1).
Positioning
Use
By applying a little pressure to the shoulder and hip, the carer
can move the user over onto the other bed/table. If a draw
sheet is used, it is a good idea to position TransferMattress
underneath the draw sheet. Positioning then takes place
as described above, but using the draw sheet to pull on
(Illustrations 1 and 2).
TransferMattress can easily be removed by sliding the glide
mattress out from under the user: The carer places one hand
over the mattress and the other under it. Then, the carer eases
the nylon material away with the upper hand while pulling
towards him/herself with the lower hand.
