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Moving and Handling Patients: CSTF-Compliant Skills for Safe Care

Moving and Handling Patients: CSTF-Compliant Skills for Safe Care

By John Academy

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  • On-Demand course

  • Intermediate level

Description

Welcome to Moving and Handling Patients: CSTF-Compliant Skills for Safe Care. In this course, you'll learn:

  1. Introduction to Patient Moving and Handling:Overview of the importance of safe patient handling in healthcare settingsLegal and ethical considerations related to patient handlingIntroduction to the CSTF and its relevance in ensuring standardized skills across healthcare professionals

  1. Human Anatomy and Biomechanics:In-depth exploration of human anatomy relevant to patient handlingUnderstanding biomechanical principles in relation to safe patient movementRecognizing the impact of patient conditions on movement strategies

  1. Safe Manual Handling Principles:Comprehensive exploration of manual handling techniquesIdentification and practice of safe lifting, transferring, and positioning methodsAssessment and management of risks associated with manual handling activities

  1. Equipment and Techniques for Patient Moving and Handling:Overview of assistive equipment available for patient handlingHands-on training with patient lifting aids, slings, and transfer devicesIntegration of technology to enhance safety and efficiency in patient handling

  1. Care Planning and Documentation:Developing individualized care plans for patients requiring movement assistanceImportance of effective communication and collaboration in patient handlingDocumentation protocols and record-keeping in compliance with CSTF standards

  1. Special Considerations and Risk Management:Addressing unique challenges in patient handling, such as pediatric and bariatric considerationsStrategies for managing patients with cognitive impairments or behavioral issuesProactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure patient and staff safety

Course Content

  1. Module 1: Introduction to Patient Moving and Handling
  2. Module 2: Human Anatomy and Biomechanics
  3. Module 3: Safe Manual Handling Principles
  4. Module 4: Equipment and Techniques for Patient Moving and Handling
  5. Module 5: Care Planning and Documentation
  6. Module 6: Special Considerations and Risk Management

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