title: Smooth patient transfers, part III: using a hydraulic lift for patient transfer.
abstract: Learn how this "pick-me-up" can protect your patient and your back.
authors.affiliation: ADN program at Amarillo College in Amarillo, TX, USA.
authors.forename: Richard L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Pullen
mesh_terms: D001513:Beds; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D004865:Equipment and Supplies, Hospital / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006804:Ergonomics; D006801:Humans; D017770:Lifting / Q000009:adverse effects; D016272:Occupational Health; D017751:Safety Management / Q000379:methods; D014187:Transportation of Patients / Q000379:methods*; D014910:Wheelchairs