Unit 232
Unit 232
Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with Their Plan of Care
Outcome 1,
1,Outline the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to the importance of correct moving and positioning of individuals.
We need to know the normal range of movement of the muscles and joints so when moving, handling and positioning a person we know the limits of each limb. We need to take into consideration other factors that may inhibit a person’s movement such as:
• Old Fractures
• Torn Muscles
• Rheumatism and Arthritic conditions.
This should all be written within the individuals care plan as well as a step by step plan on that has been agreed with them on how to move and handle them. We need to understand that elderly people are not as supple as younger people and even if they do not suffer movement restriction through a medical condition. They bruise easier too and so great care has to be taken when handling, moving and positioning them especially when assisting them to sit up or when using the hoist strap.Failure to follow the care plan and any presenting conditions can lead to causing the individual injury, pain and discomfort. It may also lead to legal action being raised.
2.Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual.
As people with arthritis often have stiff, painful joints, and limited movement of joints, it is important to not move the joints beyond their limits, and be careful when moving and positioning the individual to prevent pain and discomfort.People with Parkinson's disease can have rigid limbs that affect normal moving, so it is important to not force movement in the affected limb as it can cause pain and damage to the joint. As individuals with Parkinson's also have slower reactions, they will need more time to move and shouldn't be rushed. Carers should also be aware of non-verbal signs of pain and discomfort as the person may not be able to communicate their pain verbally.
Carers
Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with Their Plan of Care
Outcome 1,
1,Outline the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to the importance of correct moving and positioning of individuals.
We need to know the normal range of movement of the muscles and joints so when moving, handling and positioning a person we know the limits of each limb. We need to take into consideration other factors that may inhibit a person’s movement such as:
• Old Fractures
• Torn Muscles
• Rheumatism and Arthritic conditions.
This should all be written within the individuals care plan as well as a step by step plan on that has been agreed with them on how to move and handle them. We need to understand that elderly people are not as supple as younger people and even if they do not suffer movement restriction through a medical condition. They bruise easier too and so great care has to be taken when handling, moving and positioning them especially when assisting them to sit up or when using the hoist strap.Failure to follow the care plan and any presenting conditions can lead to causing the individual injury, pain and discomfort. It may also lead to legal action being raised.
2.Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual.
As people with arthritis often have stiff, painful joints, and limited movement of joints, it is important to not move the joints beyond their limits, and be careful when moving and positioning the individual to prevent pain and discomfort.People with Parkinson's disease can have rigid limbs that affect normal moving, so it is important to not force movement in the affected limb as it can cause pain and damage to the joint. As individuals with Parkinson's also have slower reactions, they will need more time to move and shouldn't be rushed. Carers should also be aware of non-verbal signs of pain and discomfort as the person may not be able to communicate their pain verbally.
Carers