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Body Mechanics and Ergonomics Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

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

a)

Having an upright posture

b)

Having a narrow base of support

c)

Using the muscles in the back & lower arms

d)

Lifting a heavy object alone

2.

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

a)

Holding an object close to your body

b)

Facing the direction you are working to prevent twisting

c)

Leaning over a raised bed rail to give care

d)

Using both hands & arms to lift an object

3.

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?

a)

Reduce stress on the worker’s body

b)

Safely position the person

c)

Promote quality of life

d)

Use good body mechanics

4.

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

a)

Back injuries cannot be prevented

b)

Pain when assuming normal posture is a symptom

c)

Nursing center staff are at low risk

d)

Bending to change bed linens does not cause back injuries

5.

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

a)

Repositioning prevents pressure injuries & contractures

b)

Circulation is not affected by positioning

c)

Position changes are avoided if moving causes pain

d)

Persons in chairs are repositioned less often than those in bed

6.

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

a)

Fowler’s position

b)

Supine position

c)

Lateral position

d)

Sims’ position

7.

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

a)

A chair while restraints are used

b)

The prone position

c)

The lateral position

d)

Sims’ position

8.

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?

a)

The bed is flat

b)

The HOB is raised 45-60°

c)

The person is lying on their stomach

d)

The knees are bent

9.

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?

a)

Prevent heels from rubbing sheets

b)

Assist the person to breathe easier

c)

Improve circulation to feet

d)

Prevent swelling of the legs & feet

10.

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

a)

Reach across the bed to give care

b)

Carry objects close to your body

c)

Lift an object above your shoulder

d)

Bend at the waist to pick up an object