Assessment of the perceived effect of patient lifting among nurses at University of Agbor Teaching Hospital, Agbor, Delta state Department: Nursing Science By: iamjahmeyou Project ID: 7260 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦3000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractPatient lifting generally refers to repositioning the patient while lying in bed, helping the patient move on the bed, lifting the patient, and between a wheelchair, bed, hoist, or trolley, and these tasks may increase the risk of back, neck and shoulder pain for the caregiver. The objectives of this study are to assess the perceived effect of patient lifting on nurses, identify the perceived factors influencing the effects associated with patient lifting on nurses, and assess the intervention to reduce the perceived effect of patient lifting among nurses at the University of Delta Teaching Hospital, Agbor, Delta State. A descriptive research design was used using a quantitative design method and 118 respondents were chosen using a purposive sampling technique and self-structured questionnaires were used to collect data for this study. Validity and reliability of the instrument were ascertained before administering it to the respondents. SPSS(version 22) was used for data analysis with descriptive statistics presented in the form of frequency table and percentage. Findings reveal that the majority of the respondents (57.6%) agreed that implementing ergonomic considerations, such as adjustable beds and furniture, can help reduce the perceived effect of patient lifting. Additionally, 41.5% strongly agreed with this statement. A very small percentage (0.8%) disagreed. The mean score of 1.59 indicates an overall agreement that ergonomic considerations can positively impact the perceived effects of patient lifting. In conclusion, this study provided insights into the demographic characteristics and experiences of nursing professionals in patient lifting, which adds to the understanding of the challenges faced by healthcare providers and also underscores the need for comprehensive interventions to enhance patient care and the well-being of healthcare workers....Preview Download Preview +Other Nursing Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Factors contributing to ineffective utilization of immunization programme among mothers in Ekwerazu town Ahiazu Mbaise local government area Imo state»Awareness of female genital mutilation and its implication to reproductive health among mothers in Amaifeke in Orlu local government, Imo state»Accessibility and use of information communication technology (ICT) in the enhancement of nursing education among nursing students in Madonna University Teaching Hospital (MUTH)»Factors influencing the attitudes of women toward family planning in Rivers state»Assessment of nutritional pattern and practice among pregnant women in holy rosary hospital»Assessment of exclusive breastfeeding in the development of under-five children in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Awareness and practice of pressure sores prevention in the care of the elderly among nurses in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Knowledge and practice of quality assurance among nurses working in accident and emergency unit of University of Ilorin teaching hospital, Kwara state»Awareness of determinants of sexual abuse and identification of supportive care among female nursing student of Madonna University»Assessment of practices used in the prevention of Lassa fever infection among health workers in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Factors that influence the patronage of traditional birth attendants in Umuowa community Orlu Lga, Imo State»Attitude of nurses towards research among accident and emergency nurses of University of Ilorin teaching hospital»Burnout syndrome and use of therapeutic approaches among nursing students in Madonna University, Rivers state»Incidence of protein energy malnutrition among children under five years in General Hospital, Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi state»Factors influencing high rate of abortion among women of childbearing age in Saki, Saki West Local Government Area, Oyo State