Body Mechanics In Healthcare
$169.00 - $495.00
SKU 4883-ENDVBUSTFU
Full Length 13 min
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The purpose of using proper body mechanics is simple: to prevent Injury. One of the most strenuous and potentially hazardous parts of home healthcare is bending, stretching and reaching. This program teaches how to reduce risk and prevent injury when lifting. Lift assist equipment such as gait belts, bath boards, grab bars, and others are discussed as ways to reduce lifting demands. Viewers are taught to properly assess their environment and correct hazards before incidents occur. Safe client transfers and ambulation are addressed in detail.