Body Mechanics

How should you lift?

• With your back.

• With your arms.

• With your legs/knees.

• With your feet.

How far apart should your feet be when you lift?

• Shoulder width apart.

• 2 inches apart.

• 5 inches apart.

• It doesn't matter.

What is a hoyer lift?

• A raised toilet seat.

• A ted hose holder.

• A machine that helps lift clients who cannot bear weight.

• A BSC.

How old must you be to operate a hoyer lift?

• 16 years old.

• 17 years old.

• 18 years old.

• 21 years old.

How many people must be present to run a hoyer lift?

• 2

• 5

• 1

• 3

What is considered a restraint?

• side rails

• raised toilet seat

• pain medication

• motion sensor

What is not a restraint alternative?

• toileting

• ambulating

• music

• side rail

What color is the emergency button for the hoyer lift emergency release if the battery dies?

• blue

• red

• yellow

• green

What areas of the body are most prone to skin breakdown?

• feet

• toes

• bony prominences

• wrists

What is good body alignment?

• the head, torso and legs in a straight line.

• No pressure sores.

• Body that is healthy

• No infection.