• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Assisting Patients with Positioning

    About this course

    For aides who will be allowed to assist with positioning, the content in this course must be combined with approved classroom training to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. This course teaches:

    • Positioning in a bed
    • Terminology for positions
    • Positioning in a wheelchair or chair
    • Duration: 45 mins

    What you'll learn

    By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

    • Identify common client positions and explain related terminology (e.g., Fowler’s, lateral, supine)
    • Demonstrate proper techniques for positioning a client safely in bed
    • Assist clients with repositioning in a wheelchair or standard chair
    • Use pillows and supportive devices to maintain proper alignment and comfort
    • Follow safety and infection control protocols while positioning
    • Communicate clearly with clients to ensure understanding and comfort during repositioning

    This course includes

    • Audio Included
    • How-to instructional videos
    • Interactive learning activities
    • Knowledge checks
    • Designed specifically for adult learners
    • Certificate of completion
    • Closed captions and audio included
    • 100% online access
    • English

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