Chapter 4 Intro to Ergonomics and Sonographer Safety

Question 1

Abduction

Answer 1

Extension of the shoulder and arm away from the body

Question 2

Burnout

Answer 2

Result of chronic stress over time

Question 3

Bursitis

Answer 3

Inflammation of the bursa

Question 4

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)

Answer 4

Entrapment of the median nerve as it runs through the carpal bones of the wrist

Question 5

De Quervain’s Disease

Answer 5

A specific type of tendonitis involving the thumb, believed believed to be a result of repeated gripping of the transducer

Question 6

Ergonomics

Answer 6

the science or study of work

Question 7

Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

Answer 7

the 1970 U.S. law results ensures safe and healthful working conditions for the nation’s workforce

Question 8

Presbyopia

Answer 8

blurred vision

Question 9

Spinal Degeneration

Answer 9

Intervertebral disc degeneration that results from awkward and static postures, bending, and twisting while scanning

Question 10

tendonitis

Answer 10

inflammation of the tendon

Question 11

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorder (WRMSD)

Answer 11

an injury that results in restricted work or time away from work or that involves symptoms that last for 7 days or more and injuries that include the muscles, tendons, and joints