AIMS
To be understand the importance of Postural Care for those living with Complex Disability
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Explore the reasons why people living with Complex Disability have difficulties with balance and movement
- Know the principles of building stable posture in sitting and lying
- Recognise posture in complex physical disabilities and the risk factors associated
- Understand the meaning of posture and recognise the 5 areas of the spine
- Understand how muscle tone and deformities affect posture
- Know how to safely use Postural and positioning equipment
- Be aware of techniques used with client’s displaying behaviour of concern or lack of capacity
- Know how to gently move people into desired positions
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Introduction
- What is Anaphylaxis?
- Effects of an Allergic Reaction
- Who is at risk?
- Statistics
Safe Moving and Handling Techniques
- From a Bed
- From a Chair/Wheelchair
- From the Floor
Postural Care
- What is Posture?
- What is Postural Care?
- Benefits of good Postural Care
- Consequences of Poor Posture
- Development and Posture
Behaviour of Concern
- What is Behaviour of Concern?
- Lack of Capacity
- Strategies for Dealing with Behaviour of Concern
Postural Equipment
- Wheelchairs
- Orthotics
- Night Supports
- Seating
- Positioning Equipment
Anaphylactic Shock
- Social Communication
- Social Interaction and Rules
- Social Imagination
Restrictive/Repetitive or Self-Regulating Behaviours
- Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
- First Response
- After Identifying Anaphylaxis
- Outlook
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