Mod 1-3 Flashcards
Body Mechanics Tips (3)
position center of gravity close to patient’s
increase base of support
maintain vertical gravity line of body
demo. Deep Squat Lift
hips below knees & chest lifted
demo. Power Lift
1/2 squat
demo. Straight Leg Lift
reaching out of car trunk
demo. 1 Leg Stance/Golfer’s Lift
opposite arm and stance leg
demo. Half-Kneeling Lift
balance object on thigh when kneeling
demo. Traditional Lift
keep object close to COG
upper extremities initiate
demo. Stoop Lift
one-handed at side (i.e. luggage)
describe Supine positioning
head/neck pillow
bolster knees
arms hold pillow or supported in “T”
elevate distal limbs
describe Prone positioning
forehead on pillow
low abdomen pillow
shoulders & ankles with small pillow
describe side-lying positioning
body alignment in center of bed
pillow between legs
pillow under head
pillow at chest, between arms
describe seated positioning
pillows for trunk stability
support posterior thigh (popliteal space)
Transfemoral Amputation positioning
prevent hip flexion & abduction
- use prone
Transtibial Amputation positioning
prevent hip & knee flexion
-use prone
Severe burns positioning
avoid comfortable positions with adduction to prevent contractures
-use extension
Reasons for Draping (3)
expose treatment areas
modesty
warmth
skin protection