Working Safely in Health Care A Practical Guide

Name: Working Safely in Health Care A Practical Guide
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ISBN: 9781418006235

ISBN-10: 1418006238

ISBN-13: 9781418006235

Edition: 2008

Authors: Deborah Fell-Carlson, Carlson

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This resource provides information for caregivers on how to perform their jobs without becoming patients themselves. This text will introduce the caregiver to hazards unique to the healthcare environment and will provide practical measures to make the work safer. Caregivers who are knowledgeable about providing a safe working environment for themselves will likely be better equipped to provide safe care environments for their patients. Practical prevention tips for most of the common healthcare hazards, including hazardous substances, stress, workplace violence and shiftwork, are provided. Caregivers will be provided with easy-to-understand information on how to use transmission-based…

Book details

List price: $124.95
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 7/13/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 400
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.25" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.474
Language: English




Laying the Foundation



Caring for the Caregiver - A Fresh Approach to Health Care Safety



Understanding Hazards and Controls in Health Care



Hazards and Controls in Health Care



Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries in Health Care



Performing Clinical Support Tasks Safely



Safe Client Movement and Handling



Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Healthcare Environment



Chemical Safety and Airborne Exposures



Working Safely with Drugs and Other Substances



Indoor Air Quality in Health Care - Good Air for Good Health