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CLIENT NEEDS ASSISTANCE FROM 1 CARER
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CLIENT NEEDS ASSISTANCE FROM 2 CARERS
As above but one carer each side with carers arms/hands crossing over the back of the client
Once client is standing always pause for client to get their balance
Carer must be careful to not lean into the client
Encourage client to bring their bottom to the front edge of the chair Client places their feet firmly on the floor as independent client Client places their hands on the arms of the chair or thighs
Carer to stand to the side of the client
Carer place hand nearest client at client’s lower back, this hand is only to glide client forwards
Hand furthest away can be placed on the front of client’s shoulder nearest to the carer
Carer will need to rock backwards/forwards with client, whilst offering verbal encouragement – ready, steady, stand
Carer needs to bend knees, have their weight on the back foot transferring the weight to the front foot as client stands
Encourage client to stand up straight, look up and in the direction they are going
Pause for client to get their balance before giving them their walking aid
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