> 200# - Need 2-3 caregiver assist and use the ceiling lift, air assisted lateral transfer, or repositioning slings. Trendelenberg if not contraindicated, make sure mattress is firm. If the patient weighs over 300# use bariatric algorithms.
Fully Dependent Patients who are combative or have inconsistent behavior or are paralyzed – Use a supine sling and 4 caregivers.
Lifting over 35# is always considered dependent, and the patient is a full lift.