Ergonomic Strategies for Safe Patient Handling

Medium Safety And Infection Control Ergonomic Principles

A nurse is conducting a training session for new staff members on ergonomic principles as part of their orientation program. The nurse emphasizes the importance of ergonomics in preventing workplace injuries and promoting safety in patient care. During the session, the nurse asks the staff to identify strategies that can help create an ergonomically safe environment. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include in the training? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Use a gait belt when assisting patients to walk.

Adjust the height of the hospital bed to minimize bending.

Store frequently used items within easy reach.

Encourage staff to lift without assistance when necessary.

Utilize assistive devices like mechanical lifts for patient transfers.

Promote regular breaks to reduce fatigue during shifts.

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