MIDTERM LEC Flashcards
(42 cards)
Term used to describe the ways we move our body in our daily lives
Body mechanics
What can often cause back problems
Poor body mechanics
Provides stability for body position & movement
Broad base of support
Refers to the part of body that touches the floor or another surface
Base of support
What is the base of support for most people
Feet - standing
Buttocks - sitting
Imaginary point in body where all weight is evenly distributed; spot where gravity seems to pull you down
Center of Gravity
Where is the body most stable?
When center of gravity is at the center of the base of support
Where is the cog when standing
Lower belly, near pelvis (sacrum)
The cog shifts when___
You move, bend or lift
Maintaining a broad base of support is essential for___
Stability & balance
Rule for body mechanic
Feet should be ___ apart
One foot is ___
Weight balance on ___
Toes pointing in the ___
8-10 inches
Slightly forward
Both feet
Toes pointing in the ___
Direction of movement
8 rules of body mechanics
Maintain broad base of support
Bending at hips & knees
Use strongest muscles instead of back muscles
Use body weight to push or pull
Carry heavy objects close to body
Avoid twisting body
Avoid bending fo extended periods
Ask for help when lifting
Which is better pushing or pulling
Pushing- uses leg muscles; reduces arm & back strain
Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that helps us make decisions quickly & efficiently
Heuristics
Body position that improves exchange of oxygen & carbon dioxide in lungs during mechanical ventilation
Prone
Lateral position is also known as _ & _
Lateral decubitus
Lateral recumbent
A semi-prone position where lower arm is positioned behind & upper arm is flexed at shoulder & elbow. Posture is halfway between lateral & prone position
Sims position
Standard patient position where patient is seated in semi-sitting position & knees are either bent or straight
Fowler’s position
Body is lain supine or flat on back on a 15-30 degree incline with feet elevated above head
Trendelenburg position
Body is lain supine on an incline but the head is elevated
Reverse trendelenburg
Common position for surgical procedures & medical examinations (involves pelvis & lower abdomen) ; common for childbirth
Lithotomy
Equipments needed to safely transfer patient
Patient chart
Wrist band
Radiology room
Stretcher
Acts as bridge to allow individuals to move from one seated surface to another
Eg. Moving from wheelchair to bed
Sliding board
Used in wheelchair transfer to provide extra support & prevent injury
Gait belt
