Body Mechanics Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a way biomechanics are used by professionals?

• To ensure patient safety

• To study fluid filtration

• To design activity equipment

• To study injury treatment

What is the benefit of using correct body mechanics?

• Increases unnecessary fatigue

• Makes lifting, pulling, and pushing harder

• Prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain and saves energy

• None of the above

What does the correct use of muscles facilitate?

• Only lifting

• Only pulling

• Only pushing

• Lifting, pulling, and pushing

What is the purpose of using correct body mechanics?

• To increase the risk of injury

• To improve communication skills

• To prevent injury

• To reduce work efficiency

How should you bend?

• From the waist only

• From the hips and knees

• From the neck and shoulders

• From the elbows and wrists

What should you maintain to have proper body mechanics?

• A narrow base of support

• A broad base of support

• A single point of support

• No support at all

Which muscles should be used in proper body mechanics?

• The weakest muscles

• The smallest muscles

• The strongest muscles

• Only arm muscles

How can you use your body to help move an object?

• By using body weight to help push or pull an object

• By using only your arms to lift the object

• By using quick, jerky movements

• By avoiding the use of legs

If you twist sideways while holding something heavy, you’re more likely to injure your back.

• True

• False

• Not applicable

• There is no risk of injury

What should you do if you need to turn while holding something heavy?

• Twist your upper body quickly

• Bend forward while turning

• Keep your back straight and turn your entire body

• Jump while turning to reduce strain