Evidence-based patient handling: systematic review

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Authors

Sue Hignett · Loughborough University

Emma Crumpton

Sue Ruszala

Pat Alexander · University of Hertfordshire

Mike Fray

Brian Fletcher Grad · Ilkeston Hospital

Abstract

It is recommended that healthcare providers should review their current equipment provision and approach to managing risks and injuries associated with patient handling activities in the context of this research evidence.

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Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life Healthcare Quality and Management Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation

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Published in: Nursing Standard

Volume 17, Issue 33, pp. 33-36

DOI: 10.7748/ns2003.04.17.33.33.c3383

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