CTE Health Science Patient Safety Through Mobility Assistance & Body Mechanics

 Check out the Preview!

This 2-day lesson plan is designed to teach students essential skills for mobility assistance and proper body mechanics in healthcare settings. Students will learn to safely transfer, reposition, and assist patients using devices such as gait belts, walkers, wheelchairs, slide boards, and mechanical lifts.

The lesson includes:

• Interactive Demonstrations to model techniques for safe movement.
• Hands-On Practice with assistive devices to build confidence.
• Role-Play Scenarios that simulate real-world challenges caregivers may face.
• Worksheets for vocabulary, critical thinking, and reflections.
• Evaluation Rubrics to assess performance and communication.

What’s Included:

• 2-Day Lesson Plan with detailed objectives, activities, and assessments.
• Student Instructions for worksheets, role-playing, and reflections.
• Teacher Instructions with preparation tips, activity guides, and teaching strategies.
• Role-Play Scenarios for practicing skills in realistic situations.
• Worksheets and Vocabulary Exercises to reinforce learning.
• Evaluation Rubrics for role-play and skill assessments.

Skills Covered:

• Safe lifting, transferring, and repositioning techniques.
• Proper use of assistive devices (gait belts, walkers, wheelchairs).
• Preventing injuries through body mechanics principles.
• Communication and teamwork during patient care.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving in healthcare situations.

Standards Alignment:

• Aligns with National Health Science Standards (NHSS) for patient care and safety.
• Supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) frameworks for healthcare professions.

Why You’ll Love It:
This lesson plan is ready-to-use and provides engaging, hands-on activities that prepare students for real-life healthcare settings. It fosters teamwork, safety awareness, and problem-solving while building technical and communication skills essential for careers in health science and patient care.

Follow  SCRUB SQUAD for more engaging lessons!