As part of Johns Hopkins Activity and Mobility Promotion and safe patient handling education during Patient Care Services (PCS) orientation, members of the Rehabilitation team introduced the program and demonstrated techniques to prevent injuries and improve patient outcomes for inpatients whose mobility may be affected by their hospital stay. Engaging patients in movement during their hospital stay helps prevent blood clots, pneumonia, and muscle weakness, which in turn helps patients regain their strength and independence, making the transition back home smoother.
Thank you to Rehabilitation team members: Jamie Rubino, Sebastian Aksamit, Rebecca Ritsick, Ryan Murphy, Sarah Abbott, Arianna Thomas, and Christina Colclough, who led the training sessions. An additional thank you to our newest PCS team members for their enthusiastic participation.
