One of the uses of patient lifters is to:
Transform "physical labor-intensive care" into "operational care."
By having the equipment bear the main weight, caregivers only need to operate and guide, significantly reducing their physical burden.
A patient lifter is not a device that can be used safely simply by pressing a button. It involves multiple aspects, including human support, center of gravity shifts, equipment structure, and operational procedures. Using it without necessary training can directly impact the safety of both the person being transferred and the operator.
Yes, improper use of a patient lifter can indeed lead to it tipping over.
The core reasons include:
• Overloading
• Improper sling or connection methods
• Unsuitable ground conditions
• Incorrect operating procedures
Before lifting a patient, the following actions are prohibited:
• Failure to check that the patient lifter is in normal working order
• Failure to confirm that the lifting system is functioning smoothly
• Failure to confirm that the base is stable
• Failure to confirm that the sling connections are secure
To ensure the patient lifter safely, reliably, and comfortably transfers the patient, nursing staff must:
• Be familiar with the equipment's structure
• Correctly select and wear the sling
• Always maintain slow and steady movements
• Observe the patient's physical response
• Inspect the equipment and environment before operation
