CHT CHT Body Mechanics, Ergonomics & Physical Safety

Question 1

When pushing a wheelchair with a patient, a transporter should maintain which posture?

Accepted Answer

Upright spine, knees slightly bent, hands at a comfortable grip height

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Bent at the waist with arms extended far forward

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Leaning heavily on the wheelchair handles for support

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Arms locked straight with shoulders raised

Question 2

What is the MOST common work-related injury among hospital transporters?

Accepted Answer

Musculoskeletal injuries, particularly to the lower back

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Cuts and lacerations

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Hearing loss from equipment noise

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Chemical burns from cleaning agents

Question 3

Before lifting a patient or heavy equipment, a transporter should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Assess the load, clear the path, and position their body correctly

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Begin the lift quickly to reduce the duration of exertion

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Ask the patient to assist by pushing themselves up

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Hold their breath to stabilize the core

Question 4

The power zone for lifting is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The zone between mid-thigh and mid-chest where the body can exert the most force safely

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The area above shoulder height where leverage is greatest

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The area below the knees where the core is most engaged

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Any position where the load is held with extended arms

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of proper body mechanics when moving a gurney?

Accepted Answer

Pushing the gurney while keeping the back straight and using leg muscles

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Pulling the gurney from behind while twisting the torso

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Reaching across the gurney to push from the opposite side

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Locking the elbows and using the shoulders to propel the gurney

Question 6

A transporter is asked to move a bariatric patient but feels the task may exceed safe lifting limits. The CORRECT response is to:

Accepted Answer

Request additional personnel and use appropriate bariatric equipment before proceeding

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Attempt the transfer alone to avoid delaying care

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Ask the patient to move themselves to avoid injury risk

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Decline the task entirely without further communication