Patient Moving and Handling Course
4.4/5
Gain mastery in safe patient moving and handling for nursing. This course teaches risk assessment, ergonomic body mechanics, efficient bed-to-wheelchair transfers, repositioning to avoid pressure ulcers, and self-protection methods that minimise injuries for caregivers and patients alike, fostering a secure healthcare setting.
4.4 in the evaluation
from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This practical Patient Moving and Handling Course enhances confidence in safe patient transfers and repositioning, emphasising hip replacement care. Participants learn to evaluate risks, employ ergonomic techniques to protect their bodies, coordinate team efforts, and correctly utilise equipment such as hoists, slide sheets, and transfer belts. The training improves communication skills, prevents pressure ulcers, adheres to evidence-based protocols, and promotes a safer environment for healthcare workers and patients.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Assess risks in patient handling by evaluating patient, task, and environment swiftly.
- Apply ergonomic body mechanics to safeguard your back using proven safe movements.
- Perform bed-to-wheelchair transfers with low-friction and hoist-assisted techniques.
- Prevent pressure ulcers through safe repositioning while respecting hip precautions.
- Employ self-protection strategies like aids, microbreaks, and drills to prevent injuries.
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