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Friction-reducing devices for lateral patient transfers: a biomechanical evaluation.
AAOHN J. 2006 Mar; 54(3):113-9.AJ

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of friction-reducing devices used for lateral patient transfers. A mannequin used to represent a dependent patient was transferred laterally from bed to stretcher. One male investigator repeated this task using 11 comparable lateral transfer aids or techniques. Applied force was measured using a dynamometer; postural analysis was prepared from still photography. Mean applied force, spinal forces, and population strength capabilities were calculated. The most efficacious mechanism for lateral patient transfers had extendable pull straps, low-friction material, and optimally located handles. Findings of this study will aid occupational health and safety clinicians and hospital-based caregivers in the selection of appropriate technologies to be used during lateral patient transfers. These devices improve patient safety and reduce the risk of back injury to caregivers.

Authors+Show Affiliations

Lloyd JD
VISN8 Patient Safety Center, James A Haley Veterans' Hospital, Tampa, FL, USA.
Baptiste A
No affiliation info available

MeSH

Accidents, OccupationalBack InjuriesBiomechanical PhenomenaClinical Nursing ResearchEquipment DesignEquipment and Supplies, HospitalErgonomicsFrictionHumansLiftingMaleManikinsOccupational HealthPhotographyPostureRisk FactorsSafety ManagementTask Performance and AnalysisTransportation of PatientsWeight-Bearing

Pub Type(s)

Comparative Study
Evaluation Study
Journal Article
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

Language

eng

PubMed ID

16562622

Citation

Lloyd, John D., and Andrea Baptiste. "Friction-reducing Devices for Lateral Patient Transfers: a Biomechanical Evaluation." AAOHN Journal : Official Journal of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, vol. 54, no. 3, 2006, pp. 113-9.
Lloyd JD, Baptiste A. Friction-reducing devices for lateral patient transfers: a biomechanical evaluation. AAOHN J. 2006;54(3):113-9.
Lloyd, J. D., & Baptiste, A. (2006). Friction-reducing devices for lateral patient transfers: a biomechanical evaluation. AAOHN Journal : Official Journal of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, 54(3), 113-9.
Lloyd JD, Baptiste A. Friction-reducing Devices for Lateral Patient Transfers: a Biomechanical Evaluation. AAOHN J. 2006;54(3):113-9. PubMed PMID: 16562622.
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