2- bed mobility

Question 1

what movements are involved in bed mobility?

Answer 1

-flexion/ extension
-rotation
-side flexion
-pelvic tilt
-forward + backward translation of thorax

Question 2

name some transfer and mobility methods
-dependant to independent

Answer 2

-hoist, stand aid, rotunda, walking frame, walking stick, no aids

Question 3

rolling in bed

Answer 3

-can you move your head?
-movement in UL + LL (engages ability/ do it symmetrically + systematic)
-use good side to pull yourself over on bad

Question 4

lying to sitting

Answer 4

-plan movement first
-trunk, feet and back= 3 people to facilitate
-go into side lying
-lift up from side lying by using good arm on rail or bed and someone else moves legs so patient is sitting on edge of bed, lift on count of 3

Question 5

what should you consider when doing bed mobility with patients

Answer 5

-when did they take their medication
-how does their medication make them feel
-what time of the day are you visiting

Question 6

sitting on the edge of the bed and moving forwards

Answer 6

-challenge centre of gravity
-get patient to reach forward + to side