The position of the body, or the way in which it is held
What is posture
fluid filled space between two spaces to prevent friction as heart beats
What is the pericardium
Parts of an object being in proper relationship to one another
What is alignment
Area on which an object rests. The feet are this when standing
What is the base of support
infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs; the air sacs may fill with fluid/pus
What is pneumonia
patient position where the patient is laying flat on their back
What is prone
Adapting the work environment to better suit the needs of the patient and staff, example include moving furniture for safer patient handling
what is ergonomics
caused by an inadequate supply of blood flow and oxygen to an organ
What is shock