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HE6 | Safe Patient Handling and Mobilization: The Intersection of Staff and Patient Safety
(
Room
Champagne 1
)
22 Aug 19
1:45 PM
-
2:45 PM
Tracks:
Healthcare Ergonomics, Aging & Wellness
Speaker(s):
Tamara James, Ergonomics Director, Duke University Health System
Early mobilization protocols can greatly benefit patients’ ability to heal and return to health. To safely meet these objectives, it is crucial that medical staff understand what equipment to use for safe mobilization to prevent falls and reduce pressure injuries. Learn how Duke recently enhanced its safe patient mobilization program to include, among other strategies, an assessment tool that assists nursing staff in matching equipment to the needs of the patient. Learn how you can implement Duke’s best practices for ensuring a successful safe patient handling and mobility program.
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