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Level 3 NVQ => Level 3 NVQ => Topic started by: stacey1210 on June 13, 2011, 01:53:02 pm



Title: move and position HELP
Post by: stacey1210 on June 13, 2011, 01:53:02 pm
hi aunty sue,
i am on my last 2 units now but i cant seem to answer 2 questions on this unit, so could you please help

1) describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual?

2) describe how current legislation and agreed ways of working affect working practices related to moving and positioning individuals?


the unit is CU2645 move and position individuals in accordance with their plan of care
Thank you
Stacey


Title: Re: move and position HELP
Post by: Aunty Sue on June 14, 2011, 04:16:49 am
Hi stacey1210,

1 This about how working with someone who has osteoporosis, arthritis or pressure sores etc will affect the way that you move and handle them.

2 Under legislation you have many duties not only in what you do eg health and safety but also in how you respect the individual and include them in their own care. You must also follow your setting's policies and procedures and each individual will have their own care plan (agreed ways of working) which must be adhered to.

Hope that helps

Aunty Sue


Title: Re: move and position HELP
Post by: stacey1210 on June 14, 2011, 07:07:50 am
yes that did help thank you also

1) Describe what health and safety factors need to be taken into account when moving and positioning individuals and any equipment used to do this?

Does this mean using a hoist (ensure it is in fully working order before each use)
slide sheet (not tearing/peeling the skin)
using a sling, frames and chairs etc correctly
Also ensuring there is enough space to do the agreed activity and you are able to move around safely (without wires etc training along the floor)
????


Title: Re: move and position HELP
Post by: Aunty Sue on June 14, 2011, 08:37:29 am
Hi stacey1210,

That's right.

Hope that helps

Aunty Sue