Addressing Safety Hazards
Semester 1
Miles Johnson is an 87-year-old resident of a rehabilitation facility who was admitted for daily physical therapy after undergoing surgery for a hip fracture. He has a past medical history of dementia, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and chronic renal failure. He walks with the assistance of a walker and requires assistance with ADLs. Students must identify and resolve safety hazards in Miles’ room while also communicating therapeutically with him.
• Identify common safety hazards in a patient care environment.
• Communicate therapeutically with clients regarding safety concerns.