LESSON ASSIGNMENT
LESSON 2
Positioning the Patient.
TEXT ASSIGNMENT
Paragraph 2-1 through 2-10.
LESSON OBJECTIVES
When you have completed this you should be able to:
2-1.
Identify the benefits of positioning the patient.
2-2.
Identify and define body mechanics, body
posture, and the common body rest positions.
2-3.
Identify methods of positioning the patient, to
include orienting the patient, modification of bed
rest positions, and body alignment in bed.
2-4.
Identify methods of moving and lifting while
avoiding back strain.
2-5.
Identify techniques in moving bed patients.
2-6.
Identify range-of-motion.
2-7.
Identify the stages involved in lifting a patient
from floor to bed level.
2-8.
Identify the common position support devices
and methods in which they are applied.
2-9.
Identify the bed cradle, its use, and function.
2-10. Identify the methods by which the patient is
properly placed on the footboard.
2-11. Identify the proper procedure for placing a
patient on his side.
2-12. Identify the range-of-motion exercises for
the neck.
2-13. Identify methods of preventing bed or
pressure sores; areas of susceptibility,
stages of development, preventive
measures, and treatment.
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