Module I: Make-up Work

Question 1

a resident positioned on abdomen

Answer 1

prone

Question 2

resident positioned on left side lying position

Answer 2

sims

Question 3

resident positioned flat on back

Answer 3

supination

Question 4

resident sitting up almost straight, at 60 to 90 degrees

Answer 4

high fowlers

Question 5

resident reclined in a sitting position, at 45 to 60 degrees

Answer 5

fowlers

Question 6

how the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another, when the back is straight

Answer 6

alignment

Question 7

resident poisitioned on right or left

Answer 7

lateral position

Question 8

point where most weight is concentrated for an object or body

Answer 8

center of gravity

Question 9

efficient and safe use of the body by the coordination of body alignment, balance, and movement

Answer 9

body mechanics

Question 10

foundation that supports an object

Answer 10

base of support

Question 11

what are the ABCs for correct body mechanics

Answer 11

alignment
base of support
coordination

Question 12

the center of gravity if a person is standing

Answer 12

pelvis

Question 13

the advantages of bending the knees instead of the waist to lift an object

Answer 13

center of gravity lowered
stability increases
less likely to strain muscle
when moving or transferring resident, center of gravity includes resident, resident needs to be close to the body

Question 14

some of the advantages for regular positioning changes for the resident

Answer 14

promote well being and comfort
promote easier breathing
promote circulation
prevent pressure ulcers & contractures

Question 15

What should you do if a patient starts to fall while ambulating

Answer 15

control direction of fall by easing resident to the floor, protecting the head