MAO Manual

SKILL 16 –Ascending Multiple Steps –Two Operators

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Inform patient of procedure, Back chair against first step

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Place the wheelchair in the tilt position

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Insure bottom operator is grasping a non-removable part of the chair, such as the frame

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Gently roll the rear wheel up each step. The bottom operator should support the weight while the top operator repositions his feet. Do not lift the chair completely off the ground.

After completing the final step, back the chair away from the stps until the last step is visible. Gently lower front wheels