May require additional staff. Evaluate/screen patient and reschedule if needed. If safe to perform task, use one of these options.
Options:
- Ceiling lift or full body lifting device with a seated sling.
- If using a stretcher that converts into a chair, perform lateral transfer to horizontal surface of device, then convert device into a seated position (chair). Use lateral transfer device (e.g. air assisted lateral transfer device) OR repositioning sling with a ceiling or full body lifting device to perform lateral transfer.
Bariatric patients require additional caregivers.