Body Mechanics and Ergonomics Quiz

Imagine you're helping Hailey and Grace learn about good body mechanics. Which of the following should they practice?

• Having an upright posture

• Having a narrow base of support

• Using the muscles in the back & lower arms

• Lifting a heavy object alone

Imagine you're helping Addy with her chores. Which action would make her giggle because it's a classic example of poor body mechanics?

• Holding an object close to your body

• Facing the direction you are working to prevent twisting

• Leaning over a raised bed rail to give care

• Using both hands & arms to lift an object

Imagine you're a superhero like Scarlett, Sam, or Mateo, tasked with the mission of improving workplace comfort. What is the ultimate goal of ergonomics in your quest?

• Reduce stress on the worker’s body

• Safely position the person

• Promote quality of life

• Use good body mechanics

Hey there, future health heroes! Which statement about back injuries is actually true?

• Back injuries cannot be prevented

• Pain when assuming normal posture is a symptom

• Nursing center staff are at low risk

• Bending to change bed linens does not cause back injuries

Hey there, future health heroes! Which of these statements about positioning is spot-on? Help Kaylee and Lily ace their health class quiz!

• Repositioning prevents pressure injuries & contractures

• Circulation is not affected by positioning

• Position changes are avoided if moving causes pain

• Persons in chairs are repositioned less often than those in bed

Gracie and Mak are playing a quiz game. Can you help them answer this question? What is the back lying position called?

• Fowler’s position

• Supine position

• Lateral position

• Sims’ position

Imagine you're helping Molly get comfy! Where would you place a pillow against her back?

• A chair while restraints are used

• The prone position

• The lateral position

• Sims’ position

Ariel and Kayla are setting up their study space. For a comfy reading session, they decide to use the fowler’s position. What should they do?

• The bed is flat

• The HOB is raised 45-60°

• The person is lying on their stomach

• The knees are bent

Imagine you're helping Hannah get comfy in bed. Why might you place a pillow under her lower legs while she's lying on her back?

• Prevent heels from rubbing sheets

• Assist the person to breathe easier

• Improve circulation to feet

• Prevent swelling of the legs & feet

Libby and Eme are on a mission to prevent back injuries! Which of these activities should they choose to stay safe?

• Reach across the bed to give care

• Carry objects close to your body

• Lift an object above your shoulder

• Bend at the waist to pick up an object