The Use of Hoists in Patient Care Hoists are essential tools in patient care, particularly for individuals with limited mobility, disabilities, or those recovering from surgery or injury. They are designed to safely transfer patients between beds, chairs, wheelchairs, toilets, and other surfaces, reducing the risk of injury to both patients and caregivers. Manual Handling …
Moving and Handling in the NHS: Ensuring Safety and Efficiency In the healthcare sector, particularly within the NHS (National Health Service), moving and handling play a vital role in providing quality care while safeguarding the well-being of both patients and staff. Manual Handling is a critical aspect of healthcare and involves lifting, transferring, repositioning, and …
Course Assessments This is our fourth blog on what makes a good trainer by considering the process of Course Assessments. During Training it is very important to assess how the learners are progressing in the following ways: An initial Course Assessment The first Course Assessment will consist of an Inital Assessment. This takes place before …