When Working in the Home Care Sector, the Support Worker

question 4

Multiple Choice

When working in the home care sector, the support worker might be responsible for lifting a client (manual lift) with the assistance of a family member.All of the following should be considered prior to using the lift except which option?

• A)Check that your shoelaces are tied.
• B)Check that you are not wearing any jewellery.
• C)Make sure that you have done back-stretching exercises prior to using the manual lift.
• D)Check that the client can participate actively in the transfer.

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