Slideboard Transfer

Which HCW is would be least likely to need to learn how to do a slideboard transfer?

• Physical Therapist

• Pharmacist

• CNA

• EMT/Paramedic

• RN/LPN

Why are hospital beds designed to be adjustable?

• To allow patients to feel more like they are at home

• To reduce the need for healthcare workers to bend or strain during care

• To improve patient comfort, safety, and assist with care activities

• To ensure all patients stay in the same flat position

What degree angle should the wheelchair be to the bed?

The angled side of the slide board should be facing ______ and the handle should be ______.

• up; towards the patient

• up; away from the patient

• down; towards the patient

• down; away from patient