understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positoing individuals
The level of assistance individuals need in moving and achieving the correct position can
vary from needing help to get out of a chair to being completely dependent on others to
move them, to turn them over and to alter their position in any way, [ [ for example if they
are unconscious or paralysed.
When individuals require this degree of care it is essential that they are moved and
handled in the most sensitive and safe way. Safe procedures are also vital for you as a
worker, and the people you work with ? the commonest causes of people being unable
to continue to work in health or social
care are that they suffer injuries, usually back
injuries, from lifting and moving individuals. It is possible to minimise the risk to yourself,
to colleagues and to individuals for whom you provide care by following the correct
procedures and using the right equipment.
The first element is about preparing the equipment, environment and individuals
themselves for being moved. In the second element you will need to ensure that you know
the way to carry out the move correctly and safely, and offer all the support people need. ] ]
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