Patient lift
Patient Lift
A Patient Lift (pronunciation: /ˈpeɪʃənt lɪft/) is a type of assistive device designed to help healthcare providers lift and transfer patients with limited mobility.
Etymology
The term "Patient Lift" is derived from the English words "patient", referring to a person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment, and "lift", meaning to raise to a higher position or level.
Description
A Patient Lift is typically composed of a sling that cradles the patient, and a hydraulic, electric, or manual lifting mechanism that raises and lowers the patient. The device is often mounted on wheels to allow for easy transport of the patient between locations, such as from a bed to a wheelchair or from a wheelchair to a bath.
Types of Patient Lifts
There are several types of Patient Lifts, including:
- Hoyer Lift: A type of hydraulic patient lift that is often used in home care settings.
- Ceiling Lift: A lift system that is mounted on the ceiling of a room, allowing for patient transfer without the need for floor space.
- Sit-to-Stand Lift: A lift designed to assist patients in transitioning from a seated to a standing position.
- Bath Lift: A lift specifically designed to assist patients in getting in and out of a bath.
Related Terms
- Mobility Aid: A device designed to assist walking or otherwise improve the mobility of people with a mobility impairment.
- Assistive Technology: An umbrella term that includes assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities, including patient lifts.
- Transfer (medicine): The act of moving a patient from one location to another, often with the help of a patient lift.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Patient lift
- Wikipedia's article - Patient lift
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