Body Mechanics, Positioning, and Moving - NUR 201 NGG 1 & 2 Learning Objectives

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What term collectively refers to the signs and symptoms that result from inactivity?

Disuse syndrome (correct)

Muscle strain syndrome

Body mechanics syndrome

Injury syndrome

What is a key factor that can lead to injuries for nurses while moving clients?

Maintaining poor posture (correct)

Avoiding ergonomic principles

Ignoring the signs of disuse syndrome

Utilizing correct body mechanics

Why is it important for nurses to use good posture and body mechanics while moving clients?

To reduce the risk of disuse syndrome (correct)

To increase client's inactivity

To promote muscle strain

To speed up the movement process

Which of the following is a consequence of inactivity according to the text?

Multiple complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ergonomics as mentioned in the text?

To decrease the risk of injuries while moving clients Signup and view all the answers

Which activity helps reduce the potential for disuse syndrome among clients?

Positioning and moving clients effectively Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of good posture according to the text?

It affects a person's appearance and stamina. Signup and view all the answers

How does good posture distribute gravity according to the text?

Through the center of the body over a wide base of support Signup and view all the answers

What can result from using poor posture while performing work?

Muscle spasms Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a complication associated with inactivity?

Foot drop Signup and view all the answers

Which term is defined as 'the position of the body, or the way in which it is held'?

Posture Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of atelectasis according to the text?

Collapsed alveoli Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using proper body mechanics according to the text?

To avoid repetitive strain injuries Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles should be used for lifting heavy loads based on the text?

Longest and strongest muscles Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when lifting a heavy load, as per the guidelines provided?

Center the load over the feet Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to hold objects close to the body while carrying them?

To increase balance Signup and view all the answers

What does bending the knees before lifting do according to the guidelines?

Prepares the spine to accept the weight of the load Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to push, pull, or roll objects instead of lifting them directly?

To reduce strain on the body and prevent injuries Signup and view all the answers

Body Mechanics, Positioning, and Moving - NUR 201 NGG 1 & 2 Learning Objectives

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What term collectively refers to the signs and symptoms that result from inactivity?

What is a key factor that can lead to injuries for nurses while moving clients?

Why is it important for nurses to use good posture and body mechanics while moving clients?

Which of the following is a consequence of inactivity according to the text?

What is the purpose of ergonomics as mentioned in the text?

Which activity helps reduce the potential for disuse syndrome among clients?

What is the importance of good posture according to the text?

How does good posture distribute gravity according to the text?

What can result from using poor posture while performing work?

Which of the following is a complication associated with inactivity?

Which term is defined as 'the position of the body, or the way in which it is held'?

What is one potential consequence of atelectasis according to the text?

What is the purpose of using proper body mechanics according to the text?

Which muscles should be used for lifting heavy loads based on the text?

What should be done when lifting a heavy load, as per the guidelines provided?

Why is it important to hold objects close to the body while carrying them?

What does bending the knees before lifting do according to the guidelines?

Why is it recommended to push, pull, or roll objects instead of lifting them directly?

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Body Mechanics, Positioning, and Moving - NUR 201 NGG 1 &amp; 2 Learning Objectives

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Questions and Answers

What term collectively refers to the signs and symptoms that result from inactivity?

What is a key factor that can lead to injuries for nurses while moving clients?

Why is it important for nurses to use good posture and body mechanics while moving clients?

Which of the following is a consequence of inactivity according to the text?

What is the purpose of ergonomics as mentioned in the text?

Which activity helps reduce the potential for disuse syndrome among clients?

What is the importance of good posture according to the text?

How does good posture distribute gravity according to the text?

What can result from using poor posture while performing work?

Which of the following is a complication associated with inactivity?

Which term is defined as 'the position of the body, or the way in which it is held'?

What is one potential consequence of atelectasis according to the text?

What is the purpose of using proper body mechanics according to the text?

Which muscles should be used for lifting heavy loads based on the text?

What should be done when lifting a heavy load, as per the guidelines provided?

Why is it important to hold objects close to the body while carrying them?

What does bending the knees before lifting do according to the guidelines?

Why is it recommended to push, pull, or roll objects instead of lifting them directly?

More Like This

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Nursing Chapter 8: Body Mechanics Flashcards

Nursing Topics: Body Mechanics & Patient Care

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Body Mechanics, Positioning, and Moving - NUR 201 NGG 1 & 2 Learning Objectives