Bed-to-wheelchair transfer with a belt

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1. Explain the procedure slowly and clearly, facing the client when possible.
2. Provide privacy with the curtain, screen or door.
3. Before standing, place the wheelchair beside the bed, facing toward the foot from the head or toward the head from the foot.
4. Fold up or remove the footrests before helping the client stand.
5. Engage the wheelchair wheel locks before standing.Critical · source marked
6. Adjust the bed to a safe height before standing.
7. Check and, if needed, lock the bed wheels before standing.
8. Help the client sit with their feet flat on the floor before standing.Critical · source marked
9. Ensure the client has shoes on before standing.
10. Fit the transfer belt securely over clothing at the waist before standing.
11. Explain how the client should assist and agree on a starting signal.
12. Face the client in a safe position and give the agreed signal to stand.
13. Gradually help the client rise, gripping both belt sides from underneath and stabilizing the legs knee-to-knee or toe-to-toe.
14. Help the client turn until the backs of their legs meet the wheelchair.
15. Help the client sit down into the chair.
16. Settle the hips against the chair back and remove the belt.
17. Rest the client's feet on the footrests.
18. Keep the call device within the client's reach.
19. Wash your hands after the task.