Ch 4 sec 2 Review for Safety

_____ is the optimal placement of body parts so that bones and muscles are used efficiently.

• 1. Body mechanics

• 1. Body alignment

• 1. Posture

• 1. Ergonomics

Which of the following is not a benefit of good posture?

• 1. development of MSDs

• 1. reduction of wear and tear on joints

• 1. strengthening of the spine and muscles

• 1. conservation of energy

Which of the following is a principle of proper body mechanics?

• 1. stable center of gravity

• 1. line of gravity

• 1. wide base of support

• 1. All are correct.

_____ is a progressively painful hand and arm condition that can be prevented by maintaining a proper wrist position while operating a computer keyboard.

• 1. Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)

• 1. Carpal tunnel syndrome

• 1. Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

• 1. None are correct.

All of the following are accepted guidelines for patient safety except _____.

• 1. identifying the patient before giving care

• 1. immediately reporting safety hazards to a supervisor

• 1. getting a patient’s consent before performing a procedure

• 1. washing your hands only when entering a patient’s room