32. Wh y is it important for this person to direct the movement of the patient?

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32. Wh y is it important for this person to direct the movement of the patient? e potential hazard if the patient is not kept in anatomical alignment during movement Chead and spine straight with control of all limbs) 34. All movement of the patient is completed slowly, including leveling of the OR table and lifting of lower extremities. Describe what complications can occur with rapid movement 35. Describe what complications can occur due to contact with metallic parts of the OR table. 2018 Cengage Leaming. All Rights Reserved. May not be scanned, copied or duplicated, or posted to a publid

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1) It is important to direct the movement of the patient so as to ensure the patient's comfort and dignity; maintaining homeostasis; protecting anatomical structures and avoiding complications and injuries; promoting access to the surgery site; promoting access for the administration of IV fluids and anesthetic agents; and promoting access of OR surgical equipment.

2) The patient should be kept in some in anatomical alignment during movement because incorrect positioning of the patient may result in:

3) Rapid movement of the patient can cause serious harsh jerking injuries in the neck, shoulder, back, waist and knee.

4) The complications that can occur due to contact with metal parts of the table can be hazardous as these can act as return plates for electrical energy and burns can occur at the point of contact.

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