How To Minimise Risk Before Moving

o Before any moving or handling is begun we must stop and think about the body as a whole. Each part of the body has a function to perform and any wrong movements could have the potential to harm. Anatomy is the physical structure of the body whilst the physiology is the functions of the body, so with this in mind and the ageing process taken into consideration I would need to know the medical condition of the individual to enable me to move the individual in the correct way. If for any reason this information was not known or understood muscles or ligaments could be torn, bones could be broken and skin may breakdown down due to incorrect positioning of the individual. o Diabetics can suffer from a condition called neuropathy causing them
Outcome 3: Be able to minimise risk before moving and positioning individuals o If I identified any risks to the individual or myself before a procedure I would remove any obstacles, any faulty equipment and report to my manager and if the individual had any behavioural issues, health issues or refused assistance I would record in the care plan so everyone was aware of them and report to my manager so the correct treatment or assistance could be accessed. o Sometimes the individuals insight to their help required is not the same as stated in the care plan if I was to have this happen I would try to explain to the individual what is in their plan of care explaining the risks involved but if this did not resolve the issue I would contact my manager for guidance. A review would need to take place involving family, other healthcare professionals the individual and my manager to put a new care plan in place ensuring a safe method of working is put into action for the safety of
If someone is not able to move themselves at all a hoist may be required, to use the hoist a sling is also needed a full body sling or toileting sling is used, if the individual still has some strength in their legs and arms a stand aid can be used this also uses a sling which goes around their waist and is there for security for the individual. Slide sheets are used to move someone up or down the bed. The hoist, stand aid and slide sheets should be used by two staff members for best practice. Profiling beds, banana boards, grab rails, wheelchairs and walking frames are normally used independently by the individual promoting independence but supervision by a member of staff is