Positions
Body Structure
Key Terms
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100
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