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1. What is the safest way to lift a heavy object?
A. Bend at the waist and lift quickly
B. Keep your back straight, bend your knees, and lift with your legs
C. Twist your body while lifting
D. Ask someone else to do it
2. Why is proper body mechanics important when pushing or pulling objects?
A. To avoid injury and muscle strain
B. To finish tasks faster
C. To show strength
D. It is not important
3. When pushing a heavy object, which body part should provide most of the force?
A. Arms
B. Legs and hips
C. Back
D. Neck
4. Which of the following can help prevent injury during lifting?
A. Keeping feet shoulder-width apart for stability
B. Holding breath while lifting
C. Lifting with your back only
D. Reaching far away from your body
5. When pulling an object, what is the best way to use your body?
A. Use your arms only
B. Use your legs and lean backward slightly
C. Use your back and twist
D. PuII quickly without preparation
6. How should you position your feet when preparing to lift an object?
A. Close together
B. Shoulder-width apart, with one foot slightly ahead
C. Far apart, with toes pointed outward
D. It doesn't matter
7. Which of the following should be avoided when lifting or moving objects?
A. Asking for help if the load is too heavy
B. Keeping the load close to your body
C. Twisting your torso while lifting
D. Using equipment like a gait belt or lift device
8. What should you do if the object is too heavy to lift alone?
A. Try to lift it anyway
B. Use proper equipment or ask for assistance
C. Roll it on the floor
D. Leave it unattended
9. When pushing a patient in a wheelchair, how should you position your body?
A. Lean forward with bent knees and push with your legs
B. Use only your arms to push
C. Push with your back bent
D. Stand upright and use your fingers
10. What role does communication play during lifting or moving a patient?
A. It is unnecessary
B. It helps coordinate movements and prevent injury
C. Only the patient needs to communicate
D. It slows down the process
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