Body mechanics and ROM

Where should a patient's feet be placed while in a wheelchair?

• “On the ground

• “On the footrests”

• “In the stirrups”

• “Wherever is most comfortable for the patient”

Always bend at your ____.

• “hips and knees”

• “waist”

• “back”

• “ankles”

What must a health care worker do before transferring a patient to a wheelchair?

• “Make sure both wheels are locked”

• “Remove the patient's shoes”

• Assist the patient to the bathroom”

• “Make sure the footrests are down and ready to be used”

Where should transfer belts be positioned?

• “Around the chest, over the clothing”

• “Around the chest, against the skin”on 2

• “Around the waist, over the clothing”

• “Around the waist, against the skin”

Which muscles are the strongest in your body?

• “Leg muscles”

• “Arm muscles”

• Back muscles”

• Stomach muscles”

Which type of patient is appropriate for a wheelchair and toilet transfer?

• A patient who is unable to bear weight on the body”

• “A tall patient

• “A patient who does not walk well”

• A semi-conscious patient”

How many inches apart should the feet be to maintain a broad base of support?

• 2 to 4

• 4 to 6

• 6 to 8

• 8 to 10

To get close to an object, ____.

• twist to the correct angle

• Bend from the waist and knees

• bend from the hips and knees

• reach out for the object

The use of correct body mechanics is needed to ____.

• bend from the waist correctly

• obtain a narrow base of support

• twist while moving a patient

• use the strongest muscles

Back muscles are strong, large muscles that should be used for heavy lifting

• True

• False