An integrated practice approach to mobility care for older people

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Taylor, Janice, Hill, Heather and Kay, Kathryn. (2016). An integrated practice approach to mobility care for older people. Nursing Standard. 30(29), pp. 51 - 60. https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.30.29.51.s47
AuthorsTaylor, Janice, Hill, Heather and Kay, Kathryn
Abstract

Mobility is important to older people in nursing homes and residential facilities since it contributes to their health and quality of life. Many residents in such facilities require some form of assistance to move and accomplish activities of daily living. Therefore, nurses and healthcare assistants should have the knowledge and skills to provide effective mobility care. This article discusses three important aspects of mobility care: safety, mobility optimisation and person-centred approaches to care. Safety is important as residents and staff are at risk of injury during mobility care. Mobility optimisation is essential to ensure residents maintain their independence. Person-centred approaches to care are central to providing an integrated approach to mobility care.

Keywordsdecision making; health and safety; manual handling; mobility care; moving and handling; musculoskeletal injuries; older people; patient safety; person-centred care; reflective practice
Year2016
JournalNursing Standard
Journal citation30 (29), pp. 51 - 60
PublisherRCNi
ISSN2047-9018
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.30.29.51.s47
Scopus EID2-s2.0-85015355877
Page range51 - 60
Research GroupSchool of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine
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Place of publicationUnited Kingdom
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