Definitions I

Question 1

Alignment (posture)

Answer 1

How the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another when back is straight. A of ABC’s of body mechanics

Question 2

Base of Support

Answer 2

Foundation that supports an object (feet in humans). B in ABC’s of body mechanics

Question 3

Body mechanics

Answer 3

Efficient and safe use of the body by coordination of posture, balance, and movement

Question 4

Center of Gravity

Answer 4

Point where most weight of object is concentrated. C of ABC’s of body mechanics

Question 5

Fowler’s Position

Answer 5

Reclined sitting position with HOB at 45-60 degrees

Question 6

High Fowler’s position

Answer 6

Higher reclined sitting position with HOB at 60-90 degrees

Question 7

Lateral position

Answer 7

Positioned on left or right side

Question 8

Prone position

Answer 8

Positioned on abdomen

Question 9

Sims position

Answer 9

Positioned in left side lying position (like a frozen runner position). Used for delivering enemas

Question 10

Supine position

Answer 10

Positioned on back