Foundations of Nursing 7th Edition By Kim Cooper- Kelly Gosnell
Foundations of Nursing 7th Edition By Kim Cooper- Kelly Gosnell
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Chapter 8: 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 D
Proper body mechanics provide for even distribution of workload.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Comprehension    REF:  Page              OBJ:  1| 2
TOP:  Body mechanics                             KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: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 C
The base of support should be broadened in the direction of movement.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Application          REF:  Page              OBJ:  1| 2
TOP:  Body mechanics                             KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: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 C
The nurse’s back can be well protected when he or she bends knees and hips.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Application          REF:  Page              OBJ:  11
TOP:  Body mechanics                             KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: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 C
The nurse should carry objects close to the midline of the body.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Comprehension    REF:  Page 372       OBJ:  11
TOP:  Body mechanics                             KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:Â NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment
| a. | Strength |
| b. | Wellness |
| c. | Alertness |
| d. | Mobility |
ANS:Â D
The purpose of mobility is completing ADLs and maintaining physiological activities.
DIF:   Cognitive Level: Comprehension    REF:  Page 375       OBJ:  4
TOP:  Mobility        KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC:Â NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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