Laboratory Ergonomics Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Mary, Jane, and Pam work in the specimen processing area. All
three have been trained and are competent in all job duties in the
specimen processing area; however, the three have developed this
work pattern: -
correct answer ✅-Mary should take frequent stretch breaks.
-Mary, Jane, and Pam could alternate or shar tasks.
When seated in a chair your legs should be in what position? -
correct answer ✅Thighs parallel to the floor with knees at a 90
degree angle
A computer monitor should be set approximately how many inches
away from the eyes? -
correct answer ✅20 -40 inches
Which is a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome (a common
repetitive motion injury)? -
correct answer ✅Numbness or tingling in the thumb, index finger,
or middle finger
Which of the following suggestions will help to avoid glare? -
correct answer ✅Reflect the light away from the eyes
& Answers (Grade A+)
Mary, Jane, and Pam work in the specimen processing area. All
three have been trained and are competent in all job duties in the
specimen processing area; however, the three have developed this
work pattern: -
correct answer ✅-Mary should take frequent stretch breaks.
-Mary, Jane, and Pam could alternate or shar tasks.
When seated in a chair your legs should be in what position? -
correct answer ✅Thighs parallel to the floor with knees at a 90
degree angle
A computer monitor should be set approximately how many inches
away from the eyes? -
correct answer ✅20 -40 inches
Which is a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome (a common
repetitive motion injury)? -
correct answer ✅Numbness or tingling in the thumb, index finger,
or middle finger
Which of the following suggestions will help to avoid glare? -
correct answer ✅Reflect the light away from the eyes
