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WorksheetsBody Mechanics and Ergonomics Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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
