Performance Criteria

Bed to wheelchair

Name:_______________ Date:__________
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Assessment
Before transferring a client assess the following:
-The client body size, ability to follow instructions, ability to bear weight, ability to position/reposition feet
on the floor
-Ability to push down with arms and lean forward, ability to achieve independent sitting balance

-Activity tolerance, muscle strength, joint mobility, presence of paralysis, level of comfort

-The space in which the transfer will need to be moved

-The number of assistants (one or two)needed to accomplish the transfer safely

Preparation
-Review the client record to determine if previous nurses have recorded information about patients ability to
transfer
-Prepare the equipment (transfer belt/gait belt, wheelchair, non-skid shoes, robe if necessary or appropriate
clothing
-Check if the equipment is functioning correctly

-Make sure there is no spill or liquids on the floor on which client could slip

-Remove or put aside any obstacle (table, chairs)

Procedure Rationale Yes No Remark

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1. Wash hands/sanitize To prevent spread of
infection
 Gather equipment
 Knock before entering the patient's room
 Introduce yourself to the patient
 Identify the patient (Checking the name and
date of birth, Wrist badge)
 Explain procedure to the patient To gain the patient’s
cooperation and consent
Provide Privacy
2. Position the equipment appropriately For safety
 Lower the bed to its lowest
position and raise the head part of the bed
as tolerated
 Make sure the bed wheels are lock
for safety
 Lower the side rails on the strong
side of the patient
 Fan fold the top linens at the foot
part of the bed.

3. Place the wheelchair next to the bed at a 45- Unaffected side supports
degree angle. weight. Helps stabilize chair
 If the patient has weakness on one side, place and is shortest distance for
the wheelchair on the stronger side. the patient to turn.

 Lock the wheel chair and remove or fold the Wheels lock to prevent chair
foot rest from moving

4.Help the patient to move towards the bed

where the wheelchair is located.
 Instruct the patient that at the count of 1-
3 you will assist the patient to sit at the
edge of the bed
 Swing the patients legs over the edge of
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Trainer Students Signature