Chapter 15--Body mechanics and Safe Resident Transfers

Multiple Choice

What is body alignmant

• The same as body mechanics

• the base of support

• the way the head,trunk,arms and legs are aligned

• ergonomics

Multiple Choice

According to OSHA, which of the following activities are related to back injuries?

• moving the person who is independent

• asking a person to step on the scales

• bending to bathe a person or change linens

• using a mechanical lift and following the manufacturer's instruction

Multiple Choice

After making a bed you feel pain in your lower back. When should you report it?

• as soon as possible

• before you take your break

• only if the pain gets worse

• when you report off duty

Multiple Select

Which of the following are risk factors for work related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD)?

• Force

• Repeating action

• Awkward postures

• Lack of sleep

Multiple Choice

To prevent work-related injuries, OSHA recommends that

• you work alone when possible

• hold the person under the arms during transfers

• manual lifting be eliminated whenever possible

• you schedule the harder task later in shift

Multiple Choice

Which is a cause of back disorders?

• good body mechanics

• good physical condition

• bending or twisting while lifting

• facing the direction of your work

Multiple Choice

Which action is correct when you are positioning a person in bed?

• work with sudden,forceful movements

• keep the bed in the lowest horizontal position

• bend from the waist

• use pillows as directed for support and alignment

Multiple Choice

When a resident is in bed, the person is repositioned at least every

• hour

• shift

• 2 hours

• 30 minutes

Multiple Choice

Which position is described as the back-lying position?

• Supine position

• Prone position

• Lateral position

• Sims' position

Multiple Choice

Which of the following positions involves the person lying on one side or the other?

• Supine position

• Prone position

• Lateral position

• Chair position

Multiple Select

Select all positions that involve lying on the side.

• Supine position

• Lateral position

• Sims' position

• Chair position

Match

Match the following positions with their descriptions: Fowler’s position, Supine position, Prone position, Lateral position,sims

• Back-lying position
• Lies on abdomen with head turned to one side
• Lies on one side or the other
• head of bed 45-60 degree

• laying on left side with upper leg sharply flexed

supine

supine

lateral

fowlers

sims

• supine

• supine

• lateral

• fowlers

• sims

Multiple Choice

To sit in a chair, a person must be able to

• stay awake

• hold the upper body up

• support the feet

• sit without pillows

Multiple Choice

A resident is positioned in a chair. which will provide good alignment?

• the person slouches

• the person's back and buttocks are not able to touch the back of the chair

• the back of the person's knees are against the edge of the seat

• the person's feet are flat on the floor

Multiple Choice

Frequent position changes

• protect you from injury and falls

• help prevent pressure ulcers and contractures

• cause discomfort and restlessness

• are not done unless ordered by the doctor

Multiple Choice

What is it called when two surfaces rub together?

• pressure

• friction

• shearing

• ergonomics

Multiple Choice

You can reduce friction and shearing by

• using the gait belt

• rolling the person

• positioning the person in fowler's position

• sliding the person

Multiple Choice

A resident has slid down in bed. Her skin sticks to the bed while her muscles move down. This is

• friction

• ergonomics

• shearing

• logrolling

Multiple Choice

Moving a person from one place to another is

• a transfer

• logrolling

• lifting

• handling

Multiple Choice

How many workers are needed to safely transfer a person using a mechanical lift

• just 1

• at least 2

• at least 3

• at least 4

Multiple Choice

The nursing center has a new mechanical lift. which statement is correct?

• If you used the old model, you will know how to use the new one

• all mechanical lifts are the same

• you need to be trained in its use

• the new one is safer to use

Multiple Choice

For safe resident handling,moving,and transfers,the nurse and health team determine which of the following

• The residents preference

• how long it will take

• the equipment needed

• if family is available to help

Multiple Choice

when a person is logrolled, the person is

• moved in segments

• moved with the spine straight

• turned toward you

• turned away from you

Multiple Choice

How many workers are needed to logroll a person safely

• at least 1

• 2 to 3

• 3 or 4

• at least 4r

Multiple Choice

A resident is turned, with one motion, as a unit, in alignment is

• body mechanics

• logrolling

• ergonomics

• safety

Multiple Choice

A resident is recovering from spinal surgery. you need to move the person to the side of the bed. what procedure is the best to use?

• moving the person in segments

• using an assist device

• logrolling

• moving the person with the assistance of 2 staff members

Multiple Choice

When moving a person in segments,you first move the

• legs and feet

• middle of the body

• head

• upper part of the body

Multiple Choice

To dangle means to

• hang in the air

• sit on the side of the bed

• use a mechanical lift

• be transferred to a stretcher

Multiple Choice

you assist aqq resident to dangle. when the person complains of dizziness, you should

• call for help

• tell the person to take deep breaths

• help the person to lie down

• have the person to move the legs back and forth and in circles

Multiple Choice

A resident has weakness on her left side. You are transferring her from the bed to the w/c. Where should you position the w/c

• next to the bed on her left side

• next to the b Ed on her right side

• at the foot of the bed

• at the head of the bed

Multiple Choice

When transferring a person, first move the

• person's strong side

• person's weak side

• side closest to you

• person's right side

Multiple Choice

You are going to transfer a resident from the w/c back to bed. Where should you position the w/c

• where it was when the person was transferred from the bed to the w/c

• on the persons weak side

• on the persons strong side

• wherever the person prefers

Multiple Choice

you are going to transfer a resident from the w/c to the toilet. which statement is correct

• the person needs elevated toilet seat

• the person uses the grab bars by the toilet for support

• the w/c is positioned in front of the toilet

• the w/c brakes are unlocked

Multiple Choice

after transferring a person to the toilet, you should

• close the bathroom door and stay in the person's room near the bathroom

• close the bathroom door and leave the room

• stay in the bathroom with the person

• leave the room

Multiple Choice

After the person finishes eliminating, before transferring back to the w/c, you need to

• assist with wiping,perineal care,flushing, and handwashing

• apply a transfer belt and position the w/c for safe transfer

• ask what the person observed about the urine and/or bowel movement

• practice handwashing

Multiple Choice

For bed to w/c transfer,the person needs to wear

• slippers

• socks

• panty hose

• nonskid footwear

Multiple Choice

When can you leave a person on a stretcher unattended

• after the safety straps are on

• after the side rails are raised

• after the person is transported

• never

Multiple Choice

A resident has slid down in the wheelchair. The person cannot assist with repositioning. To safely reposition the person

• a mechanical lift is used

• one worker is needed

• two workers and an assist device is needed

• at least 3 workers are needed

Multiple Choice

What are the key components of good body mechanics?

• Good posture, balance, and using your strongest and largest muscles for work

• Slouching, using small muscles, and ignoring balance

• Standing on one foot, using only your arms, and poor posture

• Ignoring posture, focusing only on speed, and using weak muscles

Multiple Choice

When giving bedside care, the bed should be

• at its highest horizontal level

• at its lowest horizontal level

• raised so it is close to your waist

• in fowlers position

Multiple Choice

Which position is more comfortable for most older persons?

• fowlers position

• the supine position

• the squatting position

• sims position