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Pick up and advance rather than dragging on the floor.
How do you keep the patient safe when transferring?
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Make sure the bed is locked.
Make sure the surfaces are equal (bed to bed, bed to wheelchair)
What are the doctor's orders on weight-bearing mobility? Go back to PT
notes.
USE A GAITBELT.
,What are some effective strategies for protecting yourself and the patient regarding
ergonomics?
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Do not pull, only push. Use proper body mechanics. Protect your back.
Face the direction you are heading when ambulating a client. Lift with your
legs close to your body, with help if able.
Describe the precautions for Herpes zoster.
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Standard/airborne/contact. Reservoir is lesions. Persons who have not had
chickenpox or the vaccine should not provide care.
What are geriatric considerations for mobility regarding the musculoskeletal system?
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Breakage due to bone loss, atrophied muscles not protecting bones.
Define culturally competent.
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, The ability to understand, communicate with and effectively interact with
people across cultures.
What is negligence?
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A careless act that can cause injury in another, not always intentional.
How can you prevent falls in all patients?
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Complete a fall-risk assessment for each patient at admission and at regular
intervals. Individualize the plan for each client according to the results of
the assessment.
Under which circumstances would you wear goggles?
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Splashing or spraying of body fluids.
What are normal respirations for an adult?
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