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CHCCCS002 – Assignment
What you have to do
Answer the ten (10) short answer questions below.
Questions
1.
Identify the general factors that should be taken into account when planning to assist a
client with movement.
When planning to assist a client, first identify any key people who know the client
to give you insights about their needs and any risks.
Check mobility status: any capabilities or limitations the client can complete with
or without assistance.
Check if there’s any weightbearing or surgical orders from allied health
professionals about restrictions on weightbearing activities.
Check cognitive status: level of attentiveness, response times, balance and
neurological muscular function.
2.
Define ‘body mechanics’
Body mechanics describes the ways we move our bodies daily in all activities for
example sitting, standing, lifting, sleeping etc. This involves the coordinated effort
of muscles, bones, and nervous system to maintain balance, posture and
motion.
3.
List the general principles of good body mechanics.
Avoid unnecessary twisting by placing feet in the direction you want to lift an
object.
Have more stability by standing with feet apart.
Reduce twisting and bending back by get close as possible to the load you want
to transfer/lift.
Make sure to have secure grip.
Keep back straight and bend at knees.
Engage core before lifting to help your spine from bending/flexing
Transfer weight from leg to leg and change direction by using muscles and joints
of your legs.
4.
Where will you find the policies and procedures for cleaning and managing lifting and
transfer equipment?
Manufacturers and suppliers of equipment must provide easy instructions on
how to safely use equipment. Policies and procedures should also be available
with the person in charge.
5.
How is competency in manual handling techniques maintained?
LA020796 Assignment, CHCCCS002 Ed 1
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© New South Wales Technical and Further Education Commission, 2016 (TAFE NSW – WSI), Archive version 1, January 2016
Competency is maintained by workplaces providing consistent information,
training and supervision and safe methods for completing tasks as well as safe
tools, equipment, and environment. There would also be policies and procedures
that employees must follow and risk management plans in place.
6.
List the factors that need to be taken into account regarding the condition of a client
when planning to assist with movement.
Mobility and cognitive status at that moment
The environment – is there stairs, ramp etc.
Any pain that may limit movement or be a risk.
Any medication that may affect their movement.
7.
Define ‘manual handling’.
Manual handling is any activity that requires use of force exerted by an individual
to lift, push, pull, carry etc.
8.
List the aims of an effective manual handling policy
Eliminate the need for manual handling.
Encourage clients to be independent as possible.
Encourage use of equipment.
Use risk management.
Maintain equipment.
Train staff
9.
Identify four (4) situations that will require specific manual handling training
Assisting clients in emergencies: may be required to bear full weight of a person
if client’s life is at risk by lifting/pushing or manoeuvring away from danger. May
have to use first aid training
Assisting clients with mobility aids
Assisting clients with a hoist or mechanical lifter
Assisting clients into a wheelchair
10. Identify the importance of ROM exercises for clients.
Range of motion exercises are important for clients to do as it enhances quality
of life and decreases risk of injury and pain. These exercises help with the
mobility and flexibility of joints and reduce stiffness.
Checklist
I have:
answered all questions in the space provided
clearly identified my answers
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Assignment 1, LA number [#LA020021#], Unit code [#BSBMGT402A#], Edition number [#2#]
© New South Wales Technical and Further Education Commission, [#2015#] (TAFE NSW – WSI), Archive version [#1#], [#June#] [#2015#]
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