What Is Mobility Assessment?
Also known as: WCHR · WCHS · WCHC
Evaluation of how a patient can be transferred — independently, with assistance, by wheelchair, or by stretcher only.
Mobility status determines the transport mode, escort requirements and airport ground handling. It is captured early in case intake and shared with the airline, ground ambulance and receiving facility.
Categories typically include: WCHR (assistance to/from aircraft), WCHS (assistance up steps), WCHC (carried to seat), stretcher only.
Mobility Assessment — FAQ
What is Mobility Assessment?+
Evaluation of how a patient can be transferred — independently, with assistance, by wheelchair, or by stretcher only. Also known as WCHR, WCHS, WCHC.
What does Mobility Assessment mean in medical evacuation?+
Mobility status determines the transport mode, escort requirements and airport ground handling. It is captured early in case intake and shared with the airline, ground ambulance and receiving facility.
How is Mobility Assessment used in air ambulance and medical repatriation?+
Categories typically include: WCHR (assistance to/from aircraft), WCHS (assistance up steps), WCHC (carried to seat), stretcher only.
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