Chapter 6 Flashcards
1
Q
Restraint
A
A physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary movement or behavior
2
Q
Atrophy
A
The wasting away, decreasing in size and weakening of muscles from lack of use
3
Q
Body mechanics
A
The way the parts of the body work together when a person moves
- spread feet apart
-bend knees
-use muscles in thighs, upper arms, and shoulders
-pull object close to body
-when standing up, push with hip and thigh muscles
4
Q
Posture
A
The way a person holds and positions his body
5
Q
Lever
A
Something that moves an object by resting on a base of support
6
Q
RACE
A
R- remove anyone in danger
A-activate or alarm 911
C-contain the fire
E-extinguish or evacuate
7
Q
SDS
A
Safety data sheet
Details how to store and dispose of chemical
