Patient Handling in Safe and Rehabilitating Way, Theoretical PartLaajuus (2 cr)
Course unit code: C-02509-TH00CL32
General information
- Credits
- 2 cr
- Teaching language
- English
- Institution
- Turku University of Applied Sciences
Objective
Key competence requirements: After completing the course, the student is able to -Define the basic principles of ergonomics in health care -Understand and observe natural movements and recognize the importance of motor learning in patient handling
Content
Content: The theory part of SAPHA course (2 ECTS) consists of four separate parts (1-4). The parts are named 1) Basics of Ergonomics, 2) Function of a Patient 3) Principles of Patient Handling and 4) Management Policies. These contents offer a holistic approach to the basis of patient handling, including the fundamental elements of evidence-based patient handling education.
Qualifications
No prerequisites