Computer Related Disorder (7D)

In your own words, define Computer Related Disorders

(2 marks)

How can a computer user be affected by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ?

(2 marks)

List two symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

(2 marks)

Explain two ways in which you can prevent yourself from being affected by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

(4 marks)

When you work at a computer, your eyes have to focus and refocus all the time. They move back and forth as you read. Staring at computer screens for hours at a time can put a real strain on your eyes and this will lead to an illness called___________________________.

(1 mark)

Identify all the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome from the options below

• Bellyache

• Blurred vision

• Double vision

• Dry/red eyes

• Eye irritation

Lisha is a student at Discovery Bay High School. She spent five hours at school around the computer and is currently suffering from computer vision syndrome. Write three ways Lisha could prevent herself from getting this illness.

(3 marks)

Discuss why a computer user would suffer from lower back pain.

(2 marks)

List three symptoms of lower back pain and state two ways in which a user can prevent this illness

(5 marks)

Which phrase best describes Tendonitis

( mark)

• inflammation of a tendon

• strains the lower back

• overuse of the keyboard

• pain in the neck