Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
Nurse manager is reviewing guidelines to prevent injury with staff nurses. Which of the following should nurse manager include in teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,D
Rationale
The correct answers are A, B, and D.
A: Requesting assistance when repositioning a client is important to prevent injury as it reduces the risk of straining muscles or back injury.
B: Avoiding twisting the spine or bending at the waist helps maintain proper body mechanics and prevents strains.
D: Using smooth movements when lifting and moving clients reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
Incorrect choices:
C: Keeping knees slightly lower than hips when sitting for long periods of time is not directly related to preventing injury with client care.
E: Taking breaks from repetitive movements every 2-3 hours to flex and stretch joints and muscles is important for general health but not specific to preventing injury in client care.
A: Requesting assistance when repositioning a client is important to prevent injury as it reduces the risk of straining muscles or back injury.
B: Avoiding twisting the spine or bending at the waist helps maintain proper body mechanics and prevents strains.
D: Using smooth movements when lifting and moving clients reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
Incorrect choices:
C: Keeping knees slightly lower than hips when sitting for long periods of time is not directly related to preventing injury with client care.
E: Taking breaks from repetitive movements every 2-3 hours to flex and stretch joints and muscles is important for general health but not specific to preventing injury in client care.