396 chapter 43
Transfer with sliding board—without help
For getting into
and out of bed, a
car, etc.
about 23 cm.
(10 inches)
SLIDING BOARD
about 65 cm. (2 feet)
round
ends
1. Place board under hip by leaning to
opposite side or by pulling up leg.
2. Lean forward, with your head and weight over knees.
3. Push yourself along the board.
4. When you are in the chair, remove the board and put it
where you can easily get it.
Transfer with sliding board—with help
1. Lift leg and put board under hip.
2. Have person put arms around neck (if possible) while
you put your hands under his butt, or grab his pants.
3. Slide the person along board to bed.
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4. Lift legs onto bed.