IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USE
Bariatric clients may have acute ailments and special care needs that must be carefully considered prior
to a lift or transfer taking place. Joerns Healthcare recommends that a full risk assessment is conducted
before use to ensure any patient specific requirements are appropriately met. Particular considerations
may include, but are not limited to:
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Are there adequate staff present to conduct the lift/transfer?
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Will the lift/transfer affect the patient’s airways and breathing?
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Are there any skin complaints/sores that may be affected by the lift/transfer?
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Other patient specific issues
From the recumbent position, roll the client onto the sling using the draw sheet roll. Ensure the bottom of the
sling is just behind the knees. The use of slide sheets is recommended to facilitate repositioning and aid fitting.
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Ensure the sling is flat under the client. The top of the sling should be at shoulder blade height and level
across the top and bottom edges. Ensure the pommel strap is accessible.
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How to Fit the Sling (Recumbent Position)
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Bariatric Hammock
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