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TFauchery

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A nurse is working in a facility that follows a comprehensive safe patient-handling program. Which finding will alert the nurse to intervene?
 
  a. Mechanical lifts are in a locked closet.
  b. Algorithms for patient handling are available.
  c. Ergonomic assessment protocols are being followed.
  d. A no-lift policy is in place with adherence by all staff.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to move a patient to a wheelchair. Which action indicates the nurse is following recommendations for safe patient handling?
 
  a. Mentally reviews the transfer steps before beginning
  b. Uses own strength to transfer the patient
  c. Focuses solely on body mechanics
  d. Bases decisions on intuition



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The nurse will follow up when lifts are not kept in convenient locations. Comprehensive safe patient-handling programs include the following elements: an ergonomics assessment protocol for health care environments, patient assessment criteria, algorithms for patient handling and movement, special equipment kept in convenient locations to help transfer patients, back injury resource nurses, an after-action review that allows the health care team to apply knowledge about moving patients safely in different settings, and a no-lift policy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Safe patient handling includes mentally reviewing the transfer steps before beginning the procedure to ensure both the patient's and your safety. Use the patient's strength when lifting, transferring, or moving when possible. Body mechanics alone do not protect the nurse from injury to the musculoskeletal system when moving, lifting, or transferring patients. After completing the assessment, nurses use an algorithm to guide decisions about safe patient handling.




TFauchery

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


triiciiaa

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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