Testing a risk assessment tool for manual handling.
Nurses may be reluctant to use safer methods of manual handling or equipment because they are time-consuming or because patients dislike using hoists. Injuries can be prevented only if the organisation takes an ergonomic approach to risk reduction. A risk assessment tool may help nurses recognise the dangers of certain lifts and encourage them to assess the situation thoroughly before moving or handling a patient.
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Birchdale Clinic, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.
D019567:Back Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D016272:Occupational Health; D018570:Risk Assessment; D014187:Transportation of Patients / Q000379:methods