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Unit4(PatientCare&Safety)

  1. refers to an effort to use proper body movement to prevent injury
    Body mechanics
  2. refers to the methods used to restrict freedom of movement or normal access to one's body
    Immobilization
  3. limb holders, vests, & waist holders are immobilizers used for longer periods of time. (require a physicians order to be used)
    Patient Safety Immobilizers
  4. Radiography Immobilizers
    sponges, velcro straps, sandbags, & tape are the common positioning aids employed.
  5. Pediatric Immobilizers
    -Pigg-O-Stat
    -Pedia-Poser positioning chair
    -Restraint boards
    Commercial Devices
  6. Pediatric Immobilizers
    -Sheets
    -Tape
    Noncommercial Devices
  7. means being sensitive to the patients condition
    Emotional comfort
  8. Involves being aware of a patient's injury/pain & take steps to minimize impact
    Physical comfort
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Marc817
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Unit4(PatientCare&Safety)
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Unit 4, Patient Care & Safety
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