Should patients be supported to self-hoist? This article discusses the risks associated with the use of hoisting equipment and the potential risks to the individual who is self-hoisting, and includes the use of a pre-screening assessment tool to guide both the patient and the equipment prescriber in ascertaining whether or not self-hoisting is appropriate. The full article can be accessed in ...
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Supporting people with washing and dressing is always a challenge for health and social care professionals. During the last five years, we have noticed an increase in the number of people choosing to sleep in their rise and recliner chairs... The full article can be accessed in our member-exclusive journal column digital. To become a member visit: https://www.nationalbackexchange.org/become ...
Platinum Corporate Partner Arjo looks at utilising the right care skills, equipment, and transfers appropriate to a patient or resident's mobility level.
