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Emergencies

Step two: Fit

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A man using a wheelchair and ankle supports has his leg position checked by a health worker.
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The second step in providing a wheelchair in an emergency is to fit the wheelchair to the person. Correct fit is important to ensure the person can propel more easily, and reduce the risk of injury from a poorly fitting wheelchair.

Work through the following topics to complete this lesson and learn more about how to fit a wheelchair in an emergency.

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