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773 Preventing MSDs in Healthcare
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Solutions for Patient Lifting and Repositioning

Ambulation

Description: Ceiling mounted lift device.

Patient Transfer - Ceiling-Mounted Tracks.

When to Use: Lifting patients who are totally dependent, are partial- or non-weight bearing, very heavy, or have other physical limitations. A horizontal frame system attached to the ceiling-mounted device can be used when moving patients who cannot be transferred safely between two horizontal surfaces, such as a bed to stretcher or gurney while lying on their back.

Points to Remember: More than one caregiver may be needed. Some patients can use the device without any help. It may be quicker to use than a portable device. Ensure device is rated for the resident weight.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

2-8. This device would be used for transferring patients who have good sitting balance and are cooperative from one level surface to another, such as a bed or toilet.