Transfer From Bed to Wheelchair

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THIS IS AN OLDER VERSION OF THIS SKILL. View how this skill should look when performing for the Florida CNA State Exam. View to proper way to position a patient in a sitting position on the side of a bed, then transfer the patient into a wheelchair with a gait belt using a pivot transfer technique. On the Florida CNA exam, the patient will be unable to take steps. This skill was demonstrated using the proper safety protocols and body mechanics to prevent injury to the patient or the CNA. This skill is one of the 21 testable skills on the Florida State CNA exam and is also used in RN and LPN training. Please visit 4YourCNA.com to order a supplies kit that contains all the books and supplies needed for the exam! Enroll in our online program for practice tests, online workbook, instructional videos, practice kits and our step by step skills booklet to give you the skills you need to pass the FL CNA state exam!

[@MandyGood]

That's the worse privacy curtain I've ever seen lol

[@FrankPCarpi]

Agreed

[@kikiyoung8600]

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[@MandyGood]

Kiki

[@kiaraelmore1911]

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[@haivahcolin8963]

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[@4yourcna]

The main principles for this skill are to ensure safety, ensure the wheelchair is locked during and after the transfer, ensuring the patient has shoes on during the transfer, using the gait belt appropriately and using proper body mechanics. Informing the patient of each action before it is performed is also important to gain the patient's cooperation. Best of luck!

[@mkmason2002]

She didn't lift him at all, he did all the work. It wouldn't be that easy with a 200 lb. man!

[@amb817]

Good eye! I didn't catch that at first, but you're right. He did do all the work

[@cloverclover7638]

mkmason2002 This is for exam purposes.

[@Masterhollywood]

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[@babyphatgibbs9166]

U right

[@JW-pj1zd]

No shit. This is bullshit. My mom im trying to move her now thats why im here. She cant use her legs. This is bullshit

[@4yourcna]

Sorry for the delay in answering...thank you for the great compliment! We are committed to providing quality tutorials for students and are glad you found them helpful. Yes, I am a Registered Nurse (in Florida) with over 20 years experience in nursing and over 6 years experience teaching CNA skills. I LOVE MY JOB! :)

[@ghostboy929]

FIrst off the bed needs to be at a 90 degree angle before the person is pivoted to a seated position. Second the wheelchair needs to be locked BEFORE the gait belt is put on, because all patients can't sit up on their own. Third, the patients feet need to be APART and the CNA puts their right leg (to pivot left) in between and assume a T-position, get in close to the patient, instruct the patient to push off on the count of 3 (NOT to grab onto the CNAs shoulders) and when you come down on the wheelchair to grab the side arms.

[@MandyGood]

Yeah ur so right.

[@dynaelongo3891]

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[@capitainsarahabtaff6711]

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[@elizabethmendoza6680]

Repeat the video with your technique 🙏

[@katthyyy1]

I feel like shoes should be put on first before you sit up the person on the side of the bed because not all residents are able to sit up by themselves...

[@patriciasumner2397]

You do put the shoes on before lifting the person to a sitting position and moving them into a chair. You place a chux or other disposable item on the bed to keep it clean.

[@Meanoldwoman2013]

Kathy C I was told that shoes go on while in bed by my nursing instructor. You want to limit the time they spend sitting up, for you do not want them sliding off the bed. And... If the feet of the patient is NOT on the floor, you will fail your exam here in PA! Feet on floor!!!!

[@jenniferlangan478]

@@Meanoldwoman2013 each state is probably different on their requirements

[@isjjw]

Hello, I took a CNA course in FL back in April and have just now tested. I was pleased with my program, but I must give you credit for these excellent videos. They have helped me so greatly! I am proud to say that I not only passed my written and skills test today, but thanks to your instruction, I had ZERO discrepancies. My evaluator told me that is virtually unheard of!

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment! This method can be used for patients of all shapes and sizes. However, as always, if you do not think you can safely lift a patient on your own, always get help! This keeps both your patient and yourself safe from injury. Good luck in your new career!

[@4yourcna]

For the exam, if a candidate is assigned this skill, the Evaluator will choose a "patient" (which is another testing candidate) that is the same size or smaller than the CNA. In real life, if you do not think you can safely lift a patient, you should ask the nurse or another CNA for assistance. There are other options as well, such as mechanical lifts or transfer boards, but you will use the method indicated in the care plan. Remember, you MUST comply with the care plan! Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

Pleaaassseee review the clinical skills checklist on Prometric's website! If you are teaching your CNA students to leave the wheelchair unlocked at the end they will FAIL as this is a testing standard. If they try to get up out of an unlocked wheelchair, they will fall. If they are on an uneven floor, they will roll into a wall. If the patient can self-propel, that will be reflected in the care plan developed by the RN. Locking is a testing standard. Check it out for yourself!

[@4yourcna]

There is no reason that your knee cannot touch the floor, your uniform is contaminated already from touching privacy curtains, equipment, dirty linens (when leaning against the bed), etc. Kneeling on the floor provides stability and is less stressful on body mechanics. Touching the footrests is fine, you will be washing your hands - no dirtier than touching his shoes, which go on the footrests! The arm should not be UNDER the knees, that is poor body mechanics and will strain your back.

[@4yourcna]

Thanks for the great comment! These curtains are for simulation only...the real ones won't be so see-through...lol! Good luck!

[@gusandsandy]

Patty is awesome! I am taking my test on Monday and these video's are by the far the best I've seen! It has really helped me gain confidence and make me less nervous! Thank you so much!!!!

[@4yourcna]

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! We will be thinking of you Monday and wish you luck on your exam and in your new career! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for notifiication of new videos as they are added, such as our FREE continuing education videos for CNAs that will be addedd shortly!

[@4yourcna]

Congratulations! We are so happy that you found our videos helpful as you prepared for the exam! We are so proud of you and wish you luck in your new career!

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for such a wonderful comment! You are so kind! I am very happy that you found our videos helpful in preparing for the exam. We wish you the best of luck in your new career! Please tell your instructor to contact us for free training materials!

[@4yourcna]

For the Florida exam, it does not matter because the patient is not staying in his room. In a clinical setting, no, you would not leave a patient facing the wall, but remember that most patients are getting out of bed and into a wheelchair to GO somewhere (activity, dining, therapy, socialization, etc). For the test, the test ends before the patient is transported away because that is not what they are grading you on. Good luck!

[@CaregiversTouch]

In real life, trust me it is hard.... specifically those who are 200+ pound weight px.

[@4yourcna]

For the exam, the bed will already be locked, but it is a good idea to check anyway. The test does not require you to verbalize that the bed is locked. Simply leaning against the bed during the opening or bumping it with your hip will let you know if it is locked. Good observation and good luck.

[@mvmof2]

I had this skill, which I did help her sit up by shifting her to a sitting position, but I think she could have sit up on her own. I also had recording Resperation. and Denture with mouth care. I messed up on that one and i thought I was going to fail but she passed me. I think one thing to do is be confident and make sure you do well on your Indirect care. Good Luck I know it is nerve wracking, but just study the skills and try to get these videos in your head and you will do well.

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment. We are glad to hear that you have a good understanding of the test requirements in your state and wish you luck on your exam. Thank you for watching our videos.

[@floratiffany7901]

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[@4yourcna]

The gait belt is placed around a clothed patient - the same clothing that will come into contact with the wheelchair seat. How is one dirty and one clean when they touch the same objects? The brakes MUST be applied after the patient is in (automatic failure) because of safety. It is not a restraint, the patient can unlock and move at will. I am an RN with 20+ years of experience (NOT a student) and have researched the testing standards at length (testing center owner). These skills are correct.

[@4yourcna]

That is a great technique if your patient can support their own weight...but what if they can't? If the patient cannot stand, you cannot pause and assess their dizziness. If they CAN stand, then they would be able to transfer themselves in many cases and wouldn't need you to do a pivot transfer. Your technique is fine for the test, but may not work in a clinical setting on patients with lower extremity weakness or paralysis (use the technique demonstrated in the video).Good luck on your exam!

[@4yourcna]

If you will notice, the bed is at the same level as the wheelchair. If you view the video at 2:10, when the wheelchair is next to the bed, the seat of the wheelchair is at the same level as the mattress. At 2:25, I clearly lock the wheelchair. You are correct in that this is a serious safety issue - wheelchairs must be locked before transferring a patient. Clicking the link at the top of the screen will take you to the instructional video for detailed instructions. Thank you.

[@4yourcna]

You can swing the patient to a sitting position on the side of the bed any way you choose. You can put the head of the bed up or leave it down. We demonstrate this from a lying position because in home care and ALFs you may not have electric beds and need to know how. You do not have to lower the HEAD of the bed at the end of each skill, you have to lower the bed HEIGHT if you raised the bed to a comfortable working height. This is a common misconception. Head of bed is comfort. Thanks!

[@4yourcna]

I am only 5'2" and the "patient" is over 6' tall in this demonstration. Yes, you can perform this skill but you will have to maintain a wide stance to give yourself a broader base of support while lifting. As always, if you feel unsure of your ability to transfer a patient safely, consult the nurse for other options or assistance. We do not want you hurting yourself and/or the patient! Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

For the FLORIDA CNA EXAM, this skill is simulating a patient who cannot take steps and must be assisted using a pivot transfer - according to the care plan. Every patient is different and to assume that this video represents all patient levels of ability is unrealistic. This video represents ONE possible patient care scenario (chosen by the state) and is demonstrated accordingly. Of course we also encourage independence and mobility! This is a training video only for one scenario.

[@cindy12424]

Pt's should be given a wide base of support. Feet flat on floor and apart to provide this base of support. This pt was not given the opportunity to stand and was lifted and jerked and not allowed to pivot. Asking a pt to put hands on your shoulders is poor body mechanics. Pt should press on bed with thier hands to assist lifting with bed at a level that allows feet on floor and ease of standing. Also lock the bed. if the pt is too weak he may need to sit back down and the bed could roll.

[@4yourcna]

For the sake of reducing timing for this video, washing hands is not shown. However, the CNA does say that she is leaving to wash her hands both before and after the skill is performed. Thank you and good luck.

[@4yourcna]

ID bracelets are not used in long term care and home care and are not graded on the exam. Bed is locked (l lean against it to make sure and this is not graded on the exam). High fowlers is acceptable if you wish but you lose momentum and it may make it harder to pivot for some. I don't do that because not all beds (home care) can be raised. You MUST leave the wheelchair locked when leaving or the patient may fall if they stand, the chair may roll on an uneven floor. THIS is graded! Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

Yes, you can put the head of the bed up to assist you in pivoting the patient to the side of the bed, but you should know how to do it without putting the head of the bed up because that isn't always an option. You must know how to pivot a patient to a sitting position because not all patients will be able to do that on their own and you must know how to help them safely. This video shows that procedure in detail.

[@4yourcna]

Putting shoes on while the patient is lying in bed may not be the best option for all patients as they will bring germs and dirt into the patient's bed. You certainly may do that for the test, but it is not always the best option. Great observation regarding the transfer belt. Great job! Good luck!

[@davidfrank1647]

What about for a patient with no control of his legs, as in Lou Gehrig's disease? What would be the proper way to lift them?

[@patriciasumner2397]

***** Good answer. The name is Hoyer. Wish I had invested when I first learned the name. retired RN

[@I.pray.to.George.Carlin]

***** Hoyer ..i find that difficult tho for the obese but u get used to it

[@patriciasumner2397]

He would not be lifted without a Hoyer lift and two people are needed at all times. This is for the safety of the lifters as well as the client/patient. This answer is for a client that does not have control of their legs or is an amputee.

[@4yourcna]

Not a stupid question at all! You may set it on the bed, or just hold it because you are performing your closing immediately and will be leaving the patient. It will go back wherever you got it from at the beginning of the skill. Hope this helps! Good luck!

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[@4yourcna]

I have just researched California's standards on this skill. There is very little difference, except that the wheelchair is to be positioned at the head of the bed, facing the foot of the bed and you must have a pre-arranged signal (like on the count of 3) before transferring. Other than that, all California standards are satisfied with this demonstration. You can research the standards yourself so you are familiar with them. Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

It certainly makes it easier to swing them around to a sitting position! Otherwise, their arms can get in the way or shift their center of gravity. Our skills book located on our website 4YourCNA (.org) gives more information on this.

[@4yourcna]

You may certainly check to see if the wheels of the bed are locked. The beds in the testing facility will remain locked, so that is not a graded point. If you notice, I very subtly bump the bed prior to pivoting the patient into a sitting position to ensure the bed is stationary, well before the patient is transferred into the wheelchair. You have great observation skills! This is NOT a tested point on the exam, however. :)

[@paulmeek2558]

in the UK we are years ahead of the USA this technique has been assessed as high risk many years ago. Our approach is encourage people to move for themselves, Good for maintaining mobility and independence step two make changes so they can do it for themselves step 3 assess if equipment is to be used or if a manual task is safe. The nurse is at high risk and the "patient" obviously capable of moving for himself !

[@adrieannadrain3720]

@@paulmeek2558 who asked? Does it look like we are in the UK? If you don’t like how she did the skill watch another video. Is the world going to stop spinning?

[@4yourcna]

This is a pivot transfer skill. This means that the patient cannot take steps and you must lift the patient, swing them around and seat them in the wheelchair in one smooth movement because the patient is unable to move their legs. This method is specifically what is required for the Florida CNA exam (the care plan states that the patient CANNOT take steps). Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

For the Florida exam, the patient CANNOT self-transfer and you MUST perform this skill as a full assist pivot transfer. This is explicit in the care plan for this skill. You should always follow the care plan - it is not up to CNAs to determine what actions should be taken with each patient - the CNA must always follow the care plan which is individualized for each patient taking into account their level of ability. Your method would work only if the patient can transfer.

[@4yourcna]

These videos were demonstrated using current Florida state standards. You may view those standards by visiting Prometric's website and clicking on the Clinical Skills Checklist. This lists all the points tested for each skill by the RN evaluator. It may help alleviate your fears. Good luck.

[@4yourcna]

The bed is in the locked position and remains that way throughout the skills. If it was not locked, when I lean against it to swing the patient into a sitting position on the side of the bed, it would have rolled away. The beds in the testing center will be in the locked position as well. You can quickly determine if they are locked by lightly bumping against the bed during your opening. If the bed moves, you will need to lock it before proceding. Thanks for your question!

[@4yourcna]

Congratulations! We are happy that you found these videos helpful as you prepared for the test! Best of luck!

[@alyciacole493]

Hi, I will take my test this coming Wednesday, thank you so much for the videos! I'm in MI, so there are some differences, but not that many. For the guy in the UK--NOT EVERY PATIENT CAN AMBULATE FROM BED TO CHAIR ON THEIR OWN!! If you have worked in healthcare for awhile you should realize that. Sooooo....you have to know how to do it, simple as that. I hope you never have to work in settings where there's not all the fancy transfer equipment, or where you HAVE to give "total care" to your patients! And you all are NOT all that ahead of us here in the US, so that was a really ignorant comment.

[@4yourcna]

The resident was positioned in a sitting position while I put on his shoes (dangling) and I asked if he was dizzy after the pivot. Patients that are unable to bear weight (as in the test) will need to be transferred quickly using momentum. Not all patients can stand or pivot or bear weight. Please refer to the care plan that the state will provide for specific information on each individual patient as each will be different. Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

You may leave them on the wheelchair but swung out to the side to present a wide opening to transfer the patient into the wheelchair. However, you must swing them back into the forward position and place the patient's feet on the foot pedals. Wheelchairs generally have a high seat, which means the legs will dangle without touching the floor, which puts pressure on the back of the lower legs and can cause complications. They should be supported by the foot pedals. Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

Yes, you should be familiar with how the wheelchair works. The evaluator will show you how to work the components of the wheelchair if you get this skill and you can ask for a review of how to move the leg rests without penalty. You must move the leg rests to provide the largest possible opening before transferring the patient into the wheelchair so the patient does not trip. Thanks for the comment and good luck!

[@4yourcna]

You are very welcome! Good luck on your exam! Please feel free to view additional resources on our website and buy me a cup of coffee if these videos and feedback have been helpful to you! Best of luck!

[@4yourcna]

Using proper body mechanics and a wide base of support (your feet should be at least shoulder width apart) will enhance your stability and balance for this skill. Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

These skills are demonstrated in accordance with current Florida testing standards. For the exam you MUST perform the transfer as a pivot transfer, according to the care plan you are given. Understand this is only one possible way of transferring and each patient is unique - that is why you are required to follow the care plan which lists specific tasks for that individual patient. This video demonstrates skills to be performed on the Florida exam.

[@4yourcna]

The bed height refers to the entire bed, which can be raised up so that you won't have to bend over the patient to perform skills. This does not apply to this skill because the bed height must remain in the low position so the patient can put their feet flat on the floor prior to the transfer (in shoes, of course). The HEAD of bed is adjusted for safety for some skills and comfort for others, but can remain up at the end of the skill if the patient prefers for comfort. The two are different.

[@4yourcna]

As an RN, I am sure you are aware that there are different levels of abilities with patients. The patient described for the CNA exam for this skill in Florida is unable to bear weight or take steps. If the patient cannot bear weight, you cannot stand them up. This motion to transfer them into a wheelchair must be done in one smooth motion, using momentum. Please pay particular attention to my foot placement and stance at an oblique angle to the patient. This is proper body mechanics.

[@4yourcna]

For the Florida CNA exam the care plan states the patient CANNOT take steps and has limited ability to bear weight. This skill should be done as a PIVOT transfer, which is demonstrated on this video. Remember, the care plan for the exam will indicate the specific scenario for that particular patient and you must accomodate your skill to that scenario. In this case, the patient will not be assisting, so your method would not be accurate for the exam and in real life may cause a fall.

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment! We are very happy that you found our videos helpful as you prepare for the CNA exam. Make sure you subscribe to our channel to be notified when new videos are added! Good Luck!

[@4yourcna]

Gait belts are placed on the patient (who just got out of that bed), so placing the gait belt on the bed is no different than having it around their waist. The test does not differentiate on this point, so either way is acceptable! Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

Wow! Congratulations! We are very proud of you and wish you great success in your new career! Please like us on facebook!

[@4yourcna]

Incorrect. Leaving a resident in a locked wheelchair is NOT a restraint...it is safety. An unlocked wheelchair an roll on an uneven floor or move if the resident tries to get up. The wheelchair is ALWAYS left in a locked position. The ID bracelet is not checked in FL on the exam (because not all patients have them in all settings) and the wheels are locked on the bed (please see the introduction for this video for more info). Good luck!

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[@4yourcna]

I locked the wheelchair both before and after the transfer. This is a safety issue and must be performed both before and after the transfer. Good luck!

[@4yourcna]

We are certainly wishing you luck for your exam tomorrow! Please let us know how you do!

[@alfredokindo5930]

Incomplete privacy provided to the resident

[@mvmof2]

These Videos helped me so much in passing my test. I am a visual learner so seeing all the steps and hearing how you interact with the residents made me understand better what the testers are looking for then just reading on a paper what you are suppose to do. I can see you as a great teacher. I am sure all your students go into their skills testing with a lot of confidence.

[@ronniewalter5172]

Privacy curtain what privacy curtain 😂😂

[@Dj87691]

i see alot of mistake in this video

[@4yourcna]

These videos reflect testing standards only. Please visit our channel for an updated version of this skill (this is the old video). These videos are demonstrated exactly as the skill should be done for testing and are demonstrated by an RN Instructor. I would be happy to explain any action that you think is inappropriate, please ask! Thank you for your comment!

[@CraftyOne54]

Me too.

[@user-dp4bu8jy4b]

You can tell the patient lifted himself and she did not have to deal with lifting 200 lbs. Also my patient is paralyzed and can't put her arms around my neck so she'll just fall down.

[@user-dp4bu8jy4b]

What a bogus video!

[@patricknicholson2339]

The only thing I would caution about is making sure to get your hips low, lift with your legs to avoid straining your back, and block the patients knees in case they buckle. Maybe use two people for safety if the patient isn't able to help much. Protect yourself. Back injuries are no joke.

[@4yourcna]

Yes, you should use gloves for partial bedbath. Please refer to our videos on Partial bed bath (introduction and instructional) for more detailed instruction on that skill. Good luck!

[@glambeauty199]

Passed my CNA skills thanks to you Ms Pattie. This was one of my skills and nailed it. Thank you again. ❤️

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment. We also have a skills book available that lists all the steps of the skills and has practice tests. We offer a practice exam on our website.

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment! I am very happy that you find our videos helpful! Good luck on your test!

[@sylviafernandez2805]

Now what if your patient is medicated and you have to transfer..should you?

[@4yourcna]

Thank you for your comment! We are happy you are finding our videos helpful! Good luck to you on your exam and in your new career!

[@4yourcna]

Congratulations! These are all important principles, not only in testing but in your everyday clinical practice as well. Good luck!

[@almabenavides622]

Even though I cannot was your time I was

[@4yourcna]

You are very welcome. We are happy that you have found our videos helpful.

[@4yourcna]

I am happy that you have found these videos helpful as you prepare for your exam! Good luck!

[@yumpinyiminy963]

This looks nothing like my bedroom and if I put my feet up that high or extended. I would not be able to turn my wheelchair in 85% of my house. If I make a hot meal, where do I put it without burning myself? I don't have in home maid service. I can barely afford help in the home. If I could find a place that didn't want fixed hours and over $60 an hour, I might be OK. The company owners with no degree charge your that much and pay their maybe $20 to help you.

[@4yourcna]

Congratulations! We are so happy that you found our videos helpful as you prepared for the exam! Good luck!

[@Lic.en.derecho]

The man is making a lot of moves a real patient wouldn't....not realistic...

[@4yourcna]

Please refer to our newest videos for updated skills demonstrations. Please remember that every single patient will have a different level of ability, based on their specific illness or injury. For THIS patient, the care plan states that he is able to stand, but cannot take steps, so the transfer must be done as a pivot. We ALWAYS follow the care plan. The video is a demonstration of testing checkpoints, and is accurate according to Prometric testing standards. It is not meant to provide complete instruction for all patient scenarios, but merely provide a reflection of testing standards that a student can expect to be graded on during the skills competency exam. Thank you for your comment and best of luck!

[@salimsaikh]

Helpful but not practicable being a mock exercise. Better to handle a really disabled person ... many hurdles might be faced and how to overcome them. Tks Salim

[@4yourcna]

I am sorry to hear that. I hope you are doing better.

[@mariedieujuste6448]

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[@kraziezbitch]

Here are a couple of things that was wrong: 1. Her knee was touching the floor which is wrong.. Infection control 2. She touched the foot rests on the wheelchair. Another mess up regarding infection control. U are only to touch the silver part. The rest is to be moved with your foot 3. Moving to a sitting up positon. Her arm should have been underneath the knees not pushing towards her on the side of the knee. Patients can be very fragile. American Red Cross Student*

[@obioraojukwu1135]

Every procedure was right, except when she was lifting the patient from bed to wheel chair, she threw the patient into the wheelchair instead of allowing the man to stand on his feet first, then move closely for the back of his leg to touch the wheel chair first before sitting down. Assuming the patient has one bad leg, will she throw him into the seat like that? Meanwhile, I like the video and the skill performed. Obiora.

[@2v0c]

I understand your response but if an instructor was around. She'd stop you and say "You didn't check. Literally go over to the brake." Here in Pennsylvania, you have to check it. You did everything right except here in Pennsylvania. He needs to have his shoes on before they touch the floor. I could be wrong BUT I've saw many, many peers who was tested on this skill fail because they did not put the shoes on before the feet touched the floor. Shoes = traction. Great video however. (:

[@paulmeek2558]

This is dreadful practice. the patient can assist and move his feet and has upper body strength. Move the chair to the side of the bed, remove the arm rest and ask him to move for himself! do this in the UK and you would be laughed at. Encourage independence always ! Stunned keep up guys with what we do in the UK we caqn teach you alot and keeo you safer

[@kenniedumeezy49]

I'd like to know if you suppose to put the bed on sitting position before you move the patient out of the bed? / and after putting the patient in the weelchair, ain't you have to place a pillow under his/her back to feel comfortable ? I'm waiting for your answer plzz reply me

[@michaels9657]

Taking care of my father for 6 yrs this would be a dream for me but a 300 lb 80 yr old man with zero body strength says he got very little time left at home im at my limits they told me years ago he was beyond the limits of my care ,sorry but started paperwork this morning on getting him a nursing home I did what I could but my suggestions is it wil kill the caregiver first a lot of times first

[@zyleah4594]

hey what skills did u get i take my test tuesday and im a lil scared because now thatim watching on line the instructor didnt tell us some things like when transfer she said the resdient can sit up on their own that we dont have to help them up like in video

[@jimmymcgill5572]

What if it’s a 200lb male with limited mobility, weak left leg and below knee amputation right leg? Any tips or tricks? Very limited mobility to assist in the transfer.

[@TheSumatra2012]

You should put the shoes on while the patient still ly in bed to avoid the germ on the floor. When you take off the belt you have to take the belt off gently to avoid skin damage from your patient. so far so good though..

[@anika14149]

I see you didn't look if you wheels were locked before your transfer. your patient shouldn't hold your sholder. The way your made the transfer is safe for you, your back

[@4yourcna]

Please refer to the newest video for updated skills demonstration. This is the appropriate method of transferring a patient. Patients should rest their hands on your shoulders or upper arms to move them as a unit, so that their upper body moves in alignment with their lower body and does not trail behind. This is an important body mechanics principle. All wheels were locked prior to transfer (the bed wheels and the wheelchair wheels). Thank you for your comment.

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[@zyleah4594]

so we dont have to take the foot rest off completely we can just move them out the way. Do u have to place them back in the front once the resident is seated or can u just leave them put up

[@4yourcna]

LOL. Thanks! We are happy you found our videos helpful!

[@raeechil]

That's a great way to wreck your back, raise the head of the bed. And you can avoid that severely ungraceful dump into the wheelchair by having them reach back for the arms of the chair. You need to make sure you're lowering down into the wheelchair and that's a great way of knowing that you're there. Have them hold onto your forearms if they need something to stabilize them, that way they're right there when they need to feel for the arms of the chair.

[@misscari_lcarine5032]

i wld like to say the was a mistake on the skills,cuz after lifting the patient up from bed,you have to ensure his behind legs touches the chair before he sits down.thnks

[@ALEXOO11]

You didn't raise the bed to the same level as the wheelchair and you didnt lock the brakes of the wheelchair. This could cause the patient to fall if the wheelchair moves.

[@sharirood]

Good video. It's informative to see the steps performed and I appreciate that you have taken the time to post them here. It is clear that the wheelchair wheels were locked. I know this will sound mean but judging by some of the comments, I really hope that proper use of English and grammar isn't required on the CNA exam or some of them are going to flunk. Just saying...

[@zyleah4594]

Can u let the hob up and have the resident sit IP on there on this is the way I was taught wan.a make sure doing it' right instructor told me different

[@4yourcna]

Thank you! We love to hear that students enjoy are videos! Good luck on your exam!

[@rulitotexmex]

she did not pivot her feet....notice how she twisted her back.... high chance of energy if you keep that up. Certafied RNSPVS, MD

[@amykim8088]

This video is a great help~!! I passed the skill test last thursday. lol I did well because of this video. ^-^; I really appreciate it.

[@sharondianne2]

I don't mean to ask a stupid question but where do you put the gate belt after your done transferring the patient.

[@donnyjones5504]

Question... if the curtain is supposed to be for privacy, why is it see through? lol great video by the way :)