Chapter 6

Question 1

Body mechanics

Answer 1

Defined as the safest and most efficient methods of using your body to gain a mechanical advantage

Question 2

Lordosis

Answer 2

A extreme of poor posture is the swayback or excessive. Causes extreme stress in the lumbar region of the back

Question 3

Kryphosis

Answer 3

Known as slouch

Question 4

Power lift

Answer 4

The technique that offers you the best defense against injury and protects the patient with a safe and stable move

Question 5

Power grip

Answer 5

Get maximum force from the hands palms and fingers should come in complete contact with the object and all fingers should be bent same angle

Question 6

Emergency move

Answer 6

Should be performed when there is immediate danger to the patient or to the rescuer

Question 7

Urgent move

Answer 7

Performed when the patient is suffering an immediate threat to life and the patient must be moved quickly and transported with care

Question 8

Nonurgent move

Answer 8

A move with no immediate threat to life exists and the patient can be moved in a normal manner when ready for transport