Foundations Of Nursing 6th Edition by Barbara Lauritsen Christensen
Foundations Of Nursing 6th Edition by Barbara Lauritsen Christensen
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Chapter 15: Body Mechanics and Patient Mobility
Complete Chapter Questions With Answers
Sample Questions Are Posted Below
MULTIPLE CHOICE
| a. | workers’ compensation claims will be prevented. |
| b. | big muscles work more effectively. |
| c. | it guarantees no muscle strain. |
| d. | it distributes workload more evenly. |
ANS:Â Â D
Proper body mechanics provide for even distribution of workload.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   Page 372        OBJ:   2
TOP:   Body mechanics                                KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:Â Â NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
| a. | bring the feet close together and flex the knees. |
| b. | keep the back straight and bend at the waist. |
| c. | widen the base of support in the direction of movement. |
| d. | broaden the base of support and twist toward the direction of movement. |
ANS:Â Â C
The base of support should be broadened in the direction of movement.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Application            REF:   Page 371, Table 15-1
OBJ:Â Â Â 2Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â TOP:Â Â Â Body mechanics
KEY:Â Â Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:Â Â NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
| a. | lowering the height of the bed. |
| b. | holding the back straight with locked knees. |
| c. | bending knees and hips. |
| d. | getting the patient to the side of the bed. |
ANS:Â Â C
The nurse’s back can be well protected when he or she bends knees and hips.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Application            REF:   Page 371        OBJ:   12
TOP:   Body mechanics                                KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:Â Â NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
| a. | in a low position. |
| b. | to the side of the body. |
| c. | close to the body midline. |
| d. | with another’s assistance. |
ANS:Â Â C
The nurse should carry objects close to the midline of the body.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Application            REF:   Page 372        OBJ:   12
TOP:   Body mechanics                                KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:Â Â NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
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