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Work-related shoulder disorder — DOccMed MCQ

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A 32-year-old nurse with supraspinatus tendinopathy is offered manual handling training by her manager. What is the most appropriate OH advice?

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Correct answer: D — Workplace risk assessment focusing on patient handling, equipment availability, and staffing levels

Training alone is insufficient. A risk assessment addressing handling tasks, equipment, staffing, and patient factors is required.

Reference: Manual Handling Operations Regs 1992; HSE