Vocabulary
Causes
Signs and Symptoms
Other
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What does RSI stand for?
Repetitive Strain Injury
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What are some preventable causes of RSI?
-Improper body mechanics while scanning -Inappropriate force -Insufficient rests and breaks
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What are some signs/symptoms of RSI?
-Cramping -Numbness -Pain -Stiffness -Tingling/Burning
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What are the most common sites for RSI in sonograpahers?
-Neck -Back -Hips -Shoulders -Wrist -Hands -Fingers -Feet
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What does MSI stand for?
Musculoskeletal Injury
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What are some examples of issues employers may need to address to protect the health of sonographers?
-Discontinue the use of poorly designed ultrasound equipment and stretchers -Being aware of the dangers of repeating the same type of study/examination for the duration of the day -Ensuring sufficient rests and breaks
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Which of the following is a sign of RSI? a) bruising b) nose bleeds c) burning/tingling d) increase in abdominal girth e) excessive hair growth
c) burning
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Name an example of a possible condition due to RSI?
-Thoracic Outlet Syndrome -Bursitis -Tendonitis -Carpal Tunnel Syndrome -De Quervain Disease -Plantar Fasciitis
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Define RSI
A potentially debilitating condition resulting from repetitive actions affecting the musculoskeletal system
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What are some uncontrollable factors that sonographers must face that contribute to RSI?
-Procedure duration -Frequency of exams
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What can be lost due to RSI?
-Grip strength -Range of motion -Muscle funtion
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What is "transducer user syndrome" associated with?
The extra strain that comes with scanning obese patients
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