A nurse and another staff member are preparing to reposition a patient in bed. To prevent back strain, these two health care providers must do which of the following?
a. Keep their knees stiff to enhance their lifting strength potential.
b. Keep the weight of the patient as close to their bodies as possible.
c. Loosen their stomach muscles to keep from injuring the pelvic region.
d. Twist their upper torsos to enhance the use and strength of their upper extremities.
B
To prevent lifting-related injuries, always follow these steps:
1 . Keep weight as close to the body as possible.
2 . Bend at the knees.
3 . Tighten abdominal muscles, and tuck pelvis.
4 . Maintain the trunk erect and knees bent.
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