Chapter 6 Lifting & Moving Patients

Question 1

defined as the safest and most efficient method of using your body to gain a mechanical advantage.

Answer 1

body mechanics

Question 2

should be performed when there is an immediate danger to the patient and the rescuer.

Answer 2

emergency move

Question 3

another extreme of poor posture is slouch or __________.

Answer 3

kyphosis

Question 4

one extreme of poor posture is sway back or excessive_______.

Answer 4

lordosis

Question 5

when there is no immediate life threat to the patient and the patient can be move in normal manner.

Answer 5

nonurgent move

Question 6

a grip with your palm and fingers should come into complete contact with the object and all fingers should be bent at the same angle

Answer 6

power grip

Question 7

is the best defense against injury and protects the patient with a safe and stable move.

Answer 7

power lift

Question 8

should be performed when there is an immediate life threat to the patient and the must be move quickly and transported for care.

Answer 8

urgent move