Lesson 20- Body Mechanics Flashcards
Base of support is:
The area on which an object rests
The back-lying position is
The supine position
Body alignment is:
The way the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another
The science of designing the job to fit the worker is:
Ergonomics
Using the body in a efficient and careful way is:
Body mechanics
What is an easy time to perform rand of motion (ROM) exercises?
During residents bath
The doctor ordered physical therapy(PT) for patient every day of the week. The patients religion doesn’t permit any activity on Saturday. What should you do when the time for PT arrives on Saturday?
Tell the nurse so he or she can call the doctor to change the order
Raising the bed to a comfortable position will help prevent what for the CNA
Back strain
While you’re helping a resident perform a range of motion(ROM) exercise, he complains of pain. You should
Stop the exercise at that point and tell the nurse
Which of the following is the most comfortable position for a client with respiratory problem?
Fowler’s