Transcript Body Mechanics - Dr. Robert Jordan

Bell Work Abbreviations
1. amb 3. ANA 5. AP 7. aq or aqua 9. ART 11. as tol 13. ASAP -
2. amt 4. ant 6. approx 8. ARC 10. AS 12. ASA -
Body Mechanics
STANDARD 2.0
The students will apply the skills
and techniques necessary for risk
management and injury prevention
Objective 2.3
Analyze and demonstrate
principles of body mechanics
Body mechanics
Body mechanics is
the coordination of
body alignment,
balance, and
movement
Body alignment
Refers to correct
positioning of
head, back and
limbs
Posture
Position of body
parts in relation
to each other
Mobility
The ability to move
Balance
The ability to
maintain a steady
position that does
not tip.
Body support
A device used to support
body at work to reduce
damage when lifting,
moving and transferring
patients
Techniques to employ
Use stronger, larger
muscles to perform
tasks which require
physical effort
Lifting
When moving a
heavy object,
try to push or
pull instead of
lifting the item
Proper Lifting Tips
TUCK:
Tighten stomach muscles and tuck pelvis to keep
your back in balance
BEND KNEES:
Bending at your knees centers your balance &
distributes weight.
HUG:
Hold object lifted as close to your body as
possible.
Gradually straighten to standing position.
Lifting large weights
Get help if object feels
too heavy to lift
How to move
Lift in a smooth motion to
prevent injury
Positioning
Maintain good posture
Be careful!
Avoid twisting the body
Base of support
Bend knees, keep back
straight, spread feet
about one foot apart,
use leg muscles when
lifting
Basic rules/principles of body
mechanics
1. Maintain broad base of support
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Bend at the hips and knees (back straight)
Use the strongest muscles to do the job
Carry heavy objects close to the body
Avoid twisting your body as you work
Avoid bending for long periods of time
Use the weight of your body
Get Help (PRN)
Posture
The End
Review Time!
Review Questions
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What does the term body mechanics mean?
What are the six principles of body mechanics?
Describe how you would safely pull a load
How can using proper body mechanics help you
to stay healthy and perform well in a health care
position?
5. How can you evaluate ergonomic practices?