HealthStream: Back Safety Exam 2023
According to NIOSH, back injuries cost American companies an annual twenty billion dollars in workers' compensation. - Answer- True You think you might have injured your back while assisting with a patient transfer. You should: - Answer- Report the injury to your supervisor immediately. ___________ act as shock absorbers by ___________ when bearing weight. - Answer- discs; compressing Which of the following is not a function of the spine? - Answer- To protect internal organs The basic principles for lifting objects translate well to the handling of patients. - Answer- False How many natural curves does the spine have? - Answer- Three What does OSHA recommend be used as little as possible? - Answer- Strict manual lifting Most back pain results from: - Answer- Soft tissue injury Using proper body mechanics is a strategy for minimizing which risk factor for injury? - Answer- Awkward posture Back and stomach muscles help: - Answer- All of these answers are correct.
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