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WorksheetsPRINCIPLES OF BODY MECHANICS
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is important to determine before moving an object?
The object's colour
The object's shape
The object's weight
The object's material
You are going to carry your laundry basket across the room. What is the first thing you should do?
Clear objects from the path
Pick up the laundry basket
Pick up objects as you carry the laundry basket
Determine how far you have to walk
What should you do to ensure good body mechanics?
Ignore the environment
Move quickly
Plan the movement
Avoid using supports
What should you do to protect your back when moving objects?
Slouch slightly
Lean forward
Maintain the spine in a neutral position
Bend backward
Where should the weight of the object be placed when moving it?
Close to your COG
Far from your body
Above your head
At arm's length
What needs to remain inside the base of support to maintain balance?
(a)
What is the primary benefit of facing the direction of movement?
It increases speed
It prevents twisting of the spine
It improves balance
It decreases speed
How would you correct the pictured lift?
Direct the client to pull the box across the floor.
Direct the client to pull the box towards his head.
No corrections are needed as client is demonstrating good mechanics.
Direct the client to bend the knees.
What is the safest alternative to lifting heavy objects?
Pushing
Pulling
Using an assistive device
Bending at the knees
What is the benefit of reducing friction between surfaces when moving an object?
It increases the force required
It makes the surfaces rougher
It decreases the force required
It makes the surfaces smoother
What is the role of the person with the heaviest load in a team?
To work alone
To avoid lifting
To supervise from a distance
To coordinate the effort
What is the primary benefit of using assistive devices during lifting?
It decreases injury risk
It increases injury risk
It makes the process slower
It makes the process faster
What is the main advantage of maintaining continuous movement?
It requires more energy
It stops the objects frequently
It requires less energy
It makes the process unpredictable
It is easier to (a) an object than to pull it.
Which image demonstrates good body mechanics?
