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segrsyd

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The nurse is preparing to position an immobile patient. Before doing so, the nurse must understand that
 
  a. Manual lifting is the easier method and should be tried first.
  b. Following body mechanics principles alone will prevent back injury.
  c. Body mechanics can be ignored when patient handling equipment is used.
  d. Body mechanics alone are not sufficient to prevent injuries.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to reposition a patient. Before doing so, the nurse must
 
  a. Assess the weight to be lifted and the assistance needed.
  b. Attempt to manually lift the patient alone before asking for assistance.
  c. Attempt a manual lift only when lifting most or all of the patient's weight.
  d. Not use the agency lift team if a mechanical lift is available.


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Kingjoffery

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Body mechanics alone are not sufficient to prevent musculoskeletal injuries when positioning or transferring patients. The use of patient-handling equipment in combination with proper body mechanics is more effective than either one in isolation. Body mechanics cannot be ignored even when patient handling equipment is being used. Manual lifting is the last resort, and it is only used when it does not involve lifting most or all of the patient's weight.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Before lifting, assess the weight to be lifted and determine the assistance needed and the resources available. Manual lifting is the last resort, and it is used when the task at hand does not involve lifting most or all of the patient's weight. Use safe patient handling equipment in conjunction with agency lift teams to reduce the risk of injury to the patient and members of the health care team.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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