Understanding Computers in a Changing Society 5e - Health Risks Quiz
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What is the term for the science of fitting a work environment to the people who work there?

  • Biomechanics
  • Ergonomics (correct)
  • Kinesiology
  • Anthropometrics

    • Which of the following is a possible health risk from using wireless devices?

  • Noise-induced hearing loss
  • Computer Vision Syndrome
  • Radiation risks (correct)
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

    • What can help avoid physical problems related to computer use and contribute to fewer employee absences and higher productivity?

  • Regular exercise breaks
  • Workspace design principles (correct)
  • Reduced screen time
  • Ergonomic hardware

    • What is the 60/60 rule mentioned in the text related to?

    <p>Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical problem is associated with keyboard use according to the text?

    <p>Carpal tunnel syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can prevent many physical problems related to computer use?

    <p>Using ergonomic hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of properly adjusting furniture and hardware, according to the text?

    <p>Fewer employee absences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the workplace lighting or glare according to the text?

    <p>Visual ergonomics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the unequal access to computers based on factors such as nationality, income, race, education, and physical disabilities?

    <p>Digital discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential risk to physical health resulting from the use of computers?

    <p>Increased physical fitness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one possible emotional health risk associated with the use of computers?

    <p>Dependence on technology for emotional support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some types of assistive hardware that can be used by individuals with physical disabilities?

    <p>Wireless keyboards and mice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact may nationality, income, race, education, and physical disabilities have on computer access and use?

    <p>Significant influence on access and usage patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern technology and those that do not?

    <p>Digital divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the course ENGR-103?

    <p>Computer programming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the unequal access to computers based on factors such as nationality, income, race, education, and physical disabilities?

    <p>Digital divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of properly adjusting furniture and hardware, according to the text?

    <p>Reduced risk of physical problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern technology and those that do not?

    <p>Technology gap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one possible emotional health risk associated with the use of computers?

    <p>Isolation and loneliness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 60/60 rule mentioned in the text related to?

    <p>Taking breaks during computer use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can help avoid physical problems related to computer use and contribute to fewer employee absences and higher productivity?

    <p>Regular exercise breaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible health risk from using wireless devices?

    <p>Electromagnetic radiation exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the workplace lighting or glare according to the text?

    <p>Visual ergonomics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some types of assistive hardware that can be used by individuals with physical disabilities?

    <p>Ergonomic keyboards and voice recognition software</p> Signup and view all the answers

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