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Which of the following situations is best handled by the Fowler's bed position? - Ans -
An older patient in a hospital room has respiratory problems
Which muscles are the strongest in your body? - Ans -Leg muscles
During a patient transfer from bed to wheelchair, where should the wheelchair be placed? -
Ans -
Meredith needs to transfer Mr. Grey to a wheelchair and take him to therapy. After putting
on the transfer belt, Meredith realizes that Mr. Grey is too heavy for her to lift alone. What
should she do next? - Ans -Ask another health care worker for help
What is the most common type of injury experienced by health care workers? - Ans -
Back injury
What is body mechanics? - Ans -Positioning the body in ways that prevent injury
In what position is a patient lying on the back? - Ans -Supine
Which tool should be used when transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair? -
Ans -Transfer belt
Always bend at your ____. - Ans -hips and knees
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