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What is ergonomics?

The study of people's efficiency in their working environment.

OR

The study of the best working conditions for people who work with machines

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How far away should the computer screen be from you?
An arms length
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Poor ergonomics can cause this condition a. Hernia b. Tendonitis c. Alzheimer's d. Anthrax e. All of the above
b. Tendonitis
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Internet addiction is a form of mental health issues. 

True or False

True

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What is the major goal of ergonomics?
To prevent illness and accidents among employees.
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When typing, hands should be:

A. slightly slanted to the side  B. Flat 

C. Tilted upwards            D. Tilted downwards

B. Flat

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What four areas of the body are the most common places of ergonomic-related pain?
back, neck, wrists, and shoulders.
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A piece of software that may cause your computer to malfunction

A VIRUS

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Your work area should be comfortable, dark and  functional. 

True or False

False

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Take breaks from typing every A. every hour b. every 45 minutes c. every 20 minutes d. every 10 minutes

c. every 20 minutes

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What is the most common type of repetitive strain injury?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
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What is TINNITUS?

Ringing in the ears

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What are 2 ways of designing furniture or devices  that can  reduce the risk of injuries

1. Chairs that support the back or arm

2. Chairs that adjust in height

3. Monitors that allow a user to adjust brightness

4. Keyboards with wrist rest

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This injury occurs over time after repeating the same motion over and over again.
Repetitive strain injury
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Effects of looking down at computer devices

1. Lower back pain

2. Neck pain

3. Tension headache

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1. Sore, tired, burning, itching or dry eyes

2. Headache or sore neck

3. Increased sensitivity to light

These are all conditions caused by?

What is Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)