A working definition of a bariatric client is someone who weighs 150kg or more, has a BMI of 40 or more or who has large physical dimensions, a lack of mobility or other conditions that make moving and handlin difficult. Many healthcare facilities report a continuing increase in the number of bariatric clients admitted.
For these reasons, all...
A working definition of a bariatric client is someone who weighs 150kg or more, has a BMI of 40 or more or who has large physical dimensions, a lack of mobility or other conditions that make moving and handlin difficult. Many healthcare facilities report a continuing increase in the number of bariatric clients admitted.
For these reasons, all healthcare providers need to develop plans for moving and handling bariatric clients,