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PCV CPC Case Study 14

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Sophie, a nurse manager at a hospital, ensures that all healthcare staff are trained in safe manual handling techniques. This is crucial in a healthcare setting where staff frequently move patients and medical equipment. Sophie emphasizes the importance of using handling aids, adopting good lifting postures, and the ergonomic setup of workstations to prevent injuries.

There are 7 multiple choice questions in this PCV CPC case study. Read this carefully and ensure you fully understand the scenario before starting the test. You need to score 6 out of 7 to pass.

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1. What preparatory step does Sophie advise healthcare staff to take before moving a patient? Give one answer
A Assess the situation and plan the move
B Delegate the task to someone else
C Move the patient immediately
D Use only upper body strength
Correct Answer: A Assess the situation and plan the move
Explanation: Assessing and planning before moving a patient is essential to ensure safety.
2. How should healthcare staff lift medical equipment to minimize injury, according to Sophie? Give one answer
A At arm's length
B Close to the waist
C With one hand only
D Without bending the knees
Correct Answer: B Close to the waist
Explanation: Keeping equipment close to the waist minimises strain on the back.
3. What does Sophie consider key in ergonomic setup for healthcare workstations? Give one answer
A Adjusting equipment for comfort and safety
B Ignoring chair adjustments
C Keeping equipment fixed in one position
D Positioning screens at eye level only
Correct Answer: A Adjusting equipment for comfort and safety
Explanation: Adjusting equipment for comfort and safety helps prevent strain injuries.
4. What lifting posture is advised by Sophie in a healthcare environment? Give one answer
A Bending at the knees, not the waist
B Bending only at the waist
C Lifting with a twisted back
D Standing straight without bending
Correct Answer: A Bending at the knees, not the waist
Explanation: Bending at the knees engages leg muscles and protects the back.
5. What handle height does Sophie recommend for medical trolleys? Give one answer
A Above the head
B At ground level
C Below the waist
D Between shoulder and waist
Correct Answer: D Between shoulder and waist
Explanation: Handle heights between shoulder and waist are ideal for ergonomic safety.
6. What force level does Sophie mention for moving loads with handling aids? Give one answer
A 50% of the load weight
B 75% of the load weight
C At least 2% of the load weight
D No force is needed
Correct Answer: C At least 2% of the load weight
Explanation: At least 2% of the load weight is typically needed to move it with a handling aid.
7. Why does Sophie caution against twisting or leaning sideways during lifting? Give one answer
A It helps prevent back injuries
B It looks more professional
C It requires less concentration
D It's faster to lift without twisting
Correct Answer: A It helps prevent back injuries
Explanation: Avoiding twisting or leaning sideways during lifting prevents back injuries.