May require additional staff. Evaluate/screen patient and reschedule if needed. If safe to perform task, use one of these options.

Options:
  1. Utilize available bed features including Trendelenburg or rotation. Confirm whether bed accomplishes turns/pressure release or whether sling is required to finish turning.
  2. Ceiling lift or full body lifting device with repositioning or supine sling.
  3. Air assisted lateral transfer device.
  4. Friction reducing device.

Bariatric patients require additional caregivers and expanded capacity devices.