Nerve fibres are delicate structures and can easily become damaged through poor moving and handling techniques. 1.2 There are a number of conditions that can have an impact on the correct movement and positioning of people. Arthritis People suffering with arthritis often have stiff painful and sometimes swollen joints and frequently have limited movement in the affect areas. Care needs to be taken when moving or positioning arthritic people, to reduce the possibility of causing pain and discomfort. You also need to be aware of the limited movement of arthritic joints and not attempt to move these beyond their limits.
Employers must have a written health and safety policy, which must be brought to the notice of all employees. Employees, volunteers and service users also have responsibilities within the act, they have a common law duty of care. The act requires them to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and other people at work. They must not interfere with or obstruct anything provided in the interests of health and safety at work. It is their duty to familiarise themselves with the policy statement and general health and safety procedures and ensure they keep themselves and others around them safe.
Individuals suffering from arthritis can often be left with stiff and painful joints and frequently have limited movement in the affect areas. With individuals with arthritis we have to be careful to know just how far that individual can move the affected area and not try to push past that limitation. Individuals suffering from Parkinson’s disease may experience limb rigidity that can affect normal positioning and movement, it may also take that individual longer to start a movement. It is important therefore not to force the rigid limb further than it is able to as this could cause damage to the joint and cause discomfort or pain. It is also important not to rush an individual with Parkinson’s.
Muscles pull and move the bones at particular joints; this makes the joint move and therefore the body moves. When a muscle contracts, it pulls the bones at a joint in the direction that it is designed to move. With reduced mobility, muscles can become floppy and make movement slower and more difficult, but when muscles are used on a regular basis, they remain firm and move more easily. When supporting moving and positioning activities, it is important to remember that muscles can only move the bones at a joint as far as the joint allows. The Muscle Anatomy (http://anatomy.askthetrainer.com/) The Skeleton system (http://www.faqs.org/health/Body-by-Design-V2/The-Skeletal-System-Design-parts-of-the-skeletal-system.html) Nerve fibres run all the way through the body and send impulses to muscles, which enable the muscles to contract and relax.
Q1.2 Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of and individual A1.2 there are a number of conditions that can impact on moving and positioning of individuals, these include arthritis, Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, stroke and amputation of limbs. Below are some of the problems that may occur with such conditions. Arthritis. Arthritis suffers will often have stiff and painful joints and frequently a limited range of movement within the affected area. Parkinson's disease.
One of the roles as a care worker is assisting individuals to move and position themselves. Depending on their condition it might be either assisting them in doing it or doing it for them completely (some people affected by, for example severe stroke) are not able to move at all. In order to fulfil your responsibilities appropriately and safely it is very important to understand anatomy and physiology of human body. It may prevent the danger of harming yourselves or others. In order to be able to move human body uses its bones (skeletal system) and muscles (muscular system).
Regularly do risk assessments so that they can minimise and identify any potential risk that could hard staff or service users. To make sure that I am safe at all times and I don’t put others at risk due to my actions. Make sure that we only do things that we are trained to do and the way that we have been trained to do so. Keep our training all up to date and make sure that we make note of any changes passed on by our manager. To make sure that all employees are health and safety trained and keeps them all up to date with any changes.
We need to understand that elderly people are not as supple as younger people and even if they do not suffer movement restriction through a medical condition. They bruise easier too and so great care has to be taken when handling, moving and positioning them especially when assisting them to sit up or when using the hoist strap. Failure to follow the care plan and any presenting conditions can lead to causing the individual injury, pain and discomfort. It may also lead to legal action being raised. 1:2 Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual.
I must report any danger that I think can cause harm to myself or others, I have a responsibility to follow company procedures and policies always within my own role. 2/ The standards that influence my job role are:- * Code of Practice * Health and safety at work act 1974 * Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 * Management of Health and Safety at work Regulations 1999 3/ Ways to ensure that personal attitudes or beliefs do not obstruct the quality of work is to remain professional at all times, if there were any concerns then report back to manager immediately. Ensure that a client with person centred value needs are met and that they are comfortable and promote independence at all times Outcome 2 Be able to reflect on own work Activities 1/ Reflecting on work activities enables myself to have an understanding of my skills, competencies, knowledge and professional outcome. This will help me learn and identify new constructive or different approaches in future practice. This will also help with problem solving.
They must provide all health and safety information about the workplace where the work is to be carried out. They must appoint a competent,