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Procedure #25
CNA Procedure: Transfer to Chair
Step Number | Step |
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Step 1 | Do initial steps. |
Step 2 | Place chair on resident's unaffected side. Brace firmly against side of bed. |
Step 3 | Assist resident to sit on edge of bed. Encourage resident to sit for a few seconds to become steady. Check for dizziness. |
Step 4 | Stand in front of resident and apply gait belt around resident's abdomen. |
Step 5 | Grasp the gait belt securely on both side of the resident. |
Step 6 | Ask resident to place their hands on your upper arms. |
Step 7 | On the count of three, help resident into standing position by straightening your knees. |
Step 8 | Allow resident to gain balance, check for dizziness. |
Step 9 | Move your feet 18 inches apart and slowly turn resident. |
Step 10 | Lower resident into chair by bending your knees and leaning forwards. |
Step 11 | Align resident's body and position foot rests. Remove gait belt. |
Step 12 | Do final steps. |