Why Is Body Mechanics Important As A Continuing Care Assistant

Body Mechanics is an essential part of being a good Continuing Care Assistant, its used with the aim of protecting your health and wellness. The most common types of equipment used to assist in the safe transfer of clients include a transfer belt, a transfer board, a transfer sheet and a mechanical lift. Some of the ways to avoid safety implications performing a transfer include making sure to predetermine the number of staff required to perform a safe transfer, being aware of any medical precautions that the client may have and their ability to understand you and your directions. It is also important to collect supplies ahead of time so that everything is available and at arms reach, having the supplies easily attainable prevents injury from straining to reach and twisting of the body and helps to maintain correct posture.
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It is important to make sure that all equipment is functioning properly and is in good condition before beginning the transfer. For Example: If you were going to be transferring a patient to a wheelchair and had forgotten to put the brakes on, the chair could slide out from beneath the client as the client is attempting to sit down and they could potentially slip and fall. It is also important to explain the transfer process so that the patient understands what you are doing and how they can help such as being able to keep their chins tucked in and keeping their hands on their chest.
Raising a bed to a safe working height and lowering the head of and side rails that may be in the way are important because if the bed is not at proper working height accustomed to the caregiver’s stature then injury can occur due to straining and bending for that caregiver. Not following