Positions
Body Structure
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This position is when the person lies on their abdomen with the head turned to one side.

Prone Position

100

The point at which 2 or more bones meet. They allow movement.

Joints

100

The area on which an object rests.

Base of Support

100

Name this muscle:

Deltoid

100

Explain how you should safely lift a heavy box from the floor

Feet apart, bend your knees (not your waist), keeping the box close to your body.

200

This position is when the person is on their left or right side.

Lateral Position

200

Hard, rigid structures that bear the body's weight, allow skill and ease of movement, and protect the organs.

The bones

200

The science of designing a job to fit the worker.

Ergonomics

200

Name this type of joint:

Ball and Socket

200

If able, you should _____, _____, or _____ heavy objects rather than lifting them.

Push, Slide, or Pull (Pushing is easier than pulling)
300

A semi-sitting position, the HOB is raised between 45-60 degrees.

Fowler's Position

300

This type of joint allows movement in one direction.

Hinge Joint

300

The way the head, trunk, arms, and legs align with one another.

Body Alignment

300

Name this muscle:


Trapezius

300

In this position, the HOB is raised 60-90 degrees.

High-Fowler's Position

400

The back-lying or dorsal recumbent position.

Supine Position

400

This type of joint allows turning from side to side.

Pivot Joint
400

Using the body in an efficient and careful way.

Body Mechanics

400

Name this type of joint:

Hinge Joint

400

Drawsheets, turning pads, slide sheets, and re-usable waterproof under pads can all be used to

Move the person in bed. (Friction reducing devices)

500

This position is when the person is placed on their left side with the upper leg sharply flexed so it is not on the bottom leg.

Sims' Position

500

This type of joint allows movement in all directions. 

Ball and Socket Joint

500

Injuries and disorders of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage.

Musculo-Skeletal Disorders (MSD's)

500

Name this muscle:

Pectoralis Major

500

In this position, the HOB is raised to 30 degrees.

Semi-Fowler's Position

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