CHT Body Mechanics, Ergonomics & Physical Safety Flashcards
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Before transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair, the transporter should FIRST:
Answer: Lock the wheelchair brakes and position the chair at the correct angle to the bed
Locking the wheelchair brakes and correct positioning are critical preparation steps that prevent the chair from moving and ensure a safe transfer.
The NIOSH lifting equation recommends a maximum recommended weight limit (RWL) based on several factors. Which factor is NOT included?
Answer: The transporter's level of fitness
The NIOSH equation calculates RWL based on task variables (distance, height, frequency, angle, grip), not individual worker fitness levels.
A transporter's lower back pain persists after a shift. The BEST course of action is to:
Answer: Report the discomfort to a supervisor and seek evaluation from occupational health
Early reporting of musculoskeletal symptoms allows for timely intervention, modified duty if needed, and prevention of more serious injury.
Which of the following BEST describes a lateral transfer device?
Answer: A piece of equipment (such as a slide board or air-assisted mat) that reduces friction when moving a patient horizontally between surfaces
Lateral transfer devices reduce friction and physical exertion when sliding patients between beds, gurneys, or operating tables, protecting both patient and transporter.
When descending a ramp with a patient in a wheelchair, the SAFEST technique is to:
Answer: Turn the wheelchair backward and slowly guide it down the ramp while maintaining control
Descending backward keeps the transporter in control of the wheelchair's momentum and reduces the risk of the chair tipping forward.
A facility's safe patient handling program (SPHP) is primarily designed to:
Answer: Minimize musculoskeletal injuries to staff and improve patient safety during handling tasks
SPHPs establish evidence-based policies, equipment, and training to reduce injury rates for both healthcare workers and the patients they handle.