Moving and Handling Clients Safely

Syllabus

Preparing Clients and Environments for Moving and Handling

Legislations / Preparing the environment / Preparing yourself / Preparing the client / Methods used to assess risk / Selecting appropriate moving and handling methods

Using Manual Techniques to Assist Clients to Move from One Position to Another

Supporting clients / Maintaining privacy and dignity of clients / Safe techniques / Problems encountered during moving and handling clients / Unsafe methods

Using Equipment to Assist Clients to Move from One Position to Another

Different types of moving equipment / Choosing appropriate aids / Prepare to use equipment /Practicing safe moving and handling techniques using equipment / Reporting equipment faults / Procedures for cleaning equipment and returning to storage after use

Reducing the Adverse Effects of Pressure

Causes of damage to the skin / Effects of pressure sores on the client /Importance of preventing pressure sores / Complete Risk Assessment documentation / Make practical interventions consistent with the plan of care / Inform clients and carers about the causes and prevention of pressure sores and encourage self-management

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 100 hrs.