The most prevalent and debilitating occupational health hazard among nurses is:
a. footdrop.
b. pressure ulcers.
c. musculoskeletal disorders.
d. contractures.
C
Musculoskeletal disorders are the most prevalent and debilitating occupational health hazard among nurses. Little improvement has been noted in the incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among health care workers. In 1989, 4.2 lost-workday injury cases per 100 were reported; in 2000, 4.1 cases per 100 were reported. Plantar flexion contracture or footdrop is a complication seen in bedridden patients. Pressure ulcers and contractures are complications that can develop in patients who do not maintain correct body alignment.
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