6.
Position the lift so the legs are outside of the commode
legs. The push handles of the lift should be opposite of
the commode, as shown in the figure. Both assistants
should help guide the patient over the commode.
7.
Lower the patient onto the commode, leaving the sling
attached to the hanger bar hooks. Invacare recommends
that the sling remain connected to the hanger bar hooks
during the patient’s use of either the commode chair or
standard commode.
8.
When complete, recheck for correct sling attachment.
9.
Raise the patient off of the commode.
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