Ergonomic Evaluation of Acute Care Nursing - Cornell University ...
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A few more suggestions…CONCLUSIONS• Emphasize importance <strong>of</strong> properly using equipment• Mechanical changes are easy but staff behaviorsmust be changed in order to really reduce thenumber and severity <strong>of</strong> injuries• Offer more, mandatory training• Create a reward system for attending trainingsessions and using techniques learned• Have random evaluations <strong>of</strong> techniquesIn general, the current situation is acceptable. The lowstaff to patient ratio and higher level <strong>of</strong> physical andmental functioning <strong>of</strong> the patients makes the tasks lessstrenuous.DEA470/670 2003, © <strong>Cornell</strong> <strong>University</strong>
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