Safety Precautions. Unit 2. Lesson 3: Patient Transfers

In the context of body mechanics, what is an essential aspect to consider when transferring a patient?

• Speed

• Safety

• Appearance

• Comfort

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

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Which of the following is a key component of body mechanics during patient transfers?

• Lifting with your back

• Twisting your body

• Keeping a wide base of support

• Holding your breath.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice in patient transfers?

• A) Planning the transfer

• B) Lifting with your legs

• C) Twisting your spine

• D) Asking for help if needed.

Fill in the blank: A _______ base of support is important for stability during patient transfers.

• Narrow

• Wide

• Unstable

• Shaky

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Fill in the blank: _______ is essential for preventing injuries during patient transfers.

• Ignorance

• Proper technique

• Speed

• Disorganization

What is the relationship between body mechanics and patient transfers?

• Body mechanics are unrelated to patient transfers.

• Body mechanics help in safely transferring patients.

• Body mechanics make patient transfers more difficult.

• Body mechanics are only used in sports.

Identify the principles of body mechanics to use during patient transfers: A) Use your back muscles to lift. B) Keep your feet close together. C) Bend at the knees and keep your back straight. D) Twist your body while lifting.

• Use your back muscles to lift.

• Keep your feet close together.

• Bend at the knees and keep your back straight.

• Twist your body while lifting.

Why is it important to follow proper techniques during patient transfers?

• To prevent injury

• To save time

• To increase strength

• To improve flexibility

What should you do if a patient starts falling during a transfer?

• Call for help immediately

• Lower them to the closest flat surface

• Run away

• Stand still.

True or False: You should try to hold a falling patient upright during a transfer.

• True

• False